How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL055 - Reference material and material to maintain are identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Reference material and material to maintain are identical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL055 - Reference material and material to maintain are identical ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL055 indicates that there is an attempt to maintain or create a reference material that is identical to the material you are trying to maintain. This typically occurs in the context of material master data maintenance, particularly when dealing with material types that have reference materials for configuration or data inheritance purposes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to set a material as its own reference material.
  The system does not allow a material to reference itself, as it creates a logical inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Reference Material Field: Ensure that the reference material field is not set to the same material number you are trying to maintain. You need to select a different material as the reference.
  
  
  Select a Valid Reference Material: If you need to use a reference material, choose a valid material that is different from the one you are currently maintaining.
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: If you are unsure about which material to use as a reference, review the material master data of other materials that are similar to the one you are maintaining.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process or the implications of changing the reference material, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you believe it is a system error, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP can help in managing materials effectively.
  Reference Materials: Familiarize yourself with the concept of reference materials in SAP, as they are often used to streamline data entry and ensure consistency across similar materials.
  SAP Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material master maintenance include:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_MATERIAL055 error and successfully maintain your material data in SAP.