How To Fix WRF_DISPRO047 - Material has a blocking reason

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_DISPRO -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Material has a blocking reason

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_DISPRO047 - Material has a blocking reason ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WRF_DISPRO047: Material has a blocking reason:
  
  Error Message:
  WRF_DISPRO047: Material has a blocking reason
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to perform a transaction or process (such as production order creation, goods movement, or planning) involving a material that is currently blocked in the system. The "blocking reason" means that the material master record has been flagged with a block indicator, preventing certain activities to ensure that the material is not used or processed until the block is removed.
  Common scenarios causing this error:
  
  The material master has a block indicator set in the material master data (e.g., in the MRP 1 or MRP 2 views).
  The material is blocked for procurement, sales, or production.
  The material is flagged as obsolete or under quality hold.
  The blocking reason is maintained in the material master or in related configuration/customizing.
  
  
  Where to Check:
  
  Material Master (MM02/MM03): Check the material master record for blocking indicators.
  
  Go to MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material).
  Check the Basic Data, MRP 1, MRP 2, Purchasing, and Sales views.
  Look for fields like:
  
  Deletion flag
  Block indicator for procurement
  Block indicator for sales
  Flag for production block
  
  
  
  
  Quality Management (QM): Check if the material is blocked due to quality issues.
  Customizing: Sometimes blocking reasons are maintained in customizing tables or user exits.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Remove the blocking indicator:
  
  If the block is no longer valid, remove the block indicator from the material master.
  Use transaction MM02 to edit the material master.
  Navigate to the relevant view where the block is set and remove the block flag.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check authorization:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorization to change the material master data.
  
  
  
  If the block is intentional:
  
  Understand why the material is blocked.
  If the block is due to quality or business reasons, coordinate with the responsible department before removing the block.
  
  
  
  If the block is system-driven:
  
  Sometimes, the block is set automatically by a user exit or custom program.
  Check with your SAP support or development team if this is the case.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  MM01 - Create Material Master (to check if the block is set during creation)
  
  
  Tables:
  
  MARA - General Material Data
  MARC - Plant Data for Material (contains MRP and production block indicators)
  MVKE - Sales Data for Material
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to material blocking if the issue persists or is unclear.
  
  
  Business Process:
  
  Material blocking is often used to prevent usage of obsolete or defective materials.
  Always confirm with business users before unblocking materials.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRF_DISPRO047 indicates that the material you are trying to use is currently blocked in the system. To resolve it, identify and remove the blocking reason in the material master if appropriate, or consult with the responsible department to understand the reason for the block.
  
  If you need help with specific steps or screenshots, feel free to ask!