How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL013 - Old (&) and new material ID (&) are not compatible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_MATERIAL - Additional Messages for Material Master (Retail)

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Old (&) and new material ID (&) are not compatible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL013 - Old (&) and new material ID (&) are not compatible ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL013 indicates that there is an incompatibility between the old and new material IDs during a material change or migration process. This error typically arises when attempting to change a material's ID in a way that violates certain constraints or rules defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Material Type Incompatibility: The old and new material IDs may belong to different material types that have different attributes or settings.
  Different Valuation Classes: The valuation classes associated with the old and new materials may not match, leading to incompatibility.
  Data Structure Differences: The old and new materials may have different data structures or configurations that prevent them from being treated as compatible.
  Active Transactions: There may be active transactions or stock movements associated with the old material ID that prevent changes.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the material master may restrict the change of material IDs.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Types: Ensure that both the old and new material IDs are of the same material type. If they are different, you may need to create a new material instead of changing the ID.
  Review Valuation Classes: Verify that the valuation classes for both materials are compatible. If they differ, you may need to adjust the configuration or create a new material.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the material master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  Clear Active Transactions: Ensure that there are no active transactions or stock movements associated with the old material ID. If there are, you may need to complete or reverse those transactions before proceeding.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the material master to ensure that there are no restrictions preventing the change.
  Use Material Migration Tools: If you are migrating materials, consider using SAP's material migration tools or transaction codes designed for this purpose, such as MM01, MM02, or specialized migration tools.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on material master data management for best practices and guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.