How To Fix WRF_ART_DISCONT021 - Material &1 &2 &3 already has status "Discontinued"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ART_DISCONT - Messages for Article Discontinuation: Fashion

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Material &1 &2 &3 already has status "Discontinued"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ART_DISCONT021 - Material &1 &2 &3 already has status "Discontinued" ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_ART_DISCONT021
  
  Text: Material &1 &2 &3 already has status "Discontinued"
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to set or change the status of a material to "Discontinued," but the material already has this status assigned in the system. Essentially, the system is informing you that the material is already marked as discontinued, so the action you are trying to perform is redundant or not allowed.
  
  &1, &2, &3 are placeholders for specific values such as material number, plant, or other relevant identifiers depending on the context.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When trying to change the material master status to "Discontinued" in transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or through custom programs/processes.
  During batch updates or mass changes where the status is set programmatically.
  When using specific SAP modules or add-ons that manage material lifecycle statuses.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the current status of the material:
  
  Use transaction MM03 (Display Material) to verify the current status of the material.
  Navigate to the Basic Data or Status tab to confirm if the material is already marked as "Discontinued."
  
  
  
  Avoid redundant status changes:
  
  If the material is already discontinued, there is no need to set the status again.
  Adjust your process or program logic to skip materials that already have the "Discontinued" status.
  
  
  
  If you intended to reverse or change the status:
  
  You may need to first remove or change the "Discontinued" status before applying a new status.
  This might require authorization and careful consideration as it affects material availability and procurement.
  
  
  
  Check for custom validations or user-exits:
  
  Sometimes, this message is triggered by custom code or validations in user-exits or BAdIs.
  Review any custom logic that handles material status changes.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Material Status in SAP:
  
  Material status controls the usability of a material in various processes like procurement, sales, production, etc. "Discontinued" typically means the material is no longer procured or produced.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  MM01 - Create Material Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to material status management if you encounter unexpected behavior.
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Changing material status might require specific authorizations.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this error occurs, I can help with more tailored advice.