How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL069 - Combination of language & and UoM & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Combination of language & and UoM & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL069 - Combination of language & and UoM & already exists ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL069 indicates that there is a conflict with the combination of language and unit of measure (UoM) for a material in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a material master record, and the system detects that the specified language and UoM combination already exists in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an existing entry for the same material in the specified language and UoM combination.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate entries.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may inadvertently attempt to create a new entry with the same language and UoM combination that already exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material already exists with the specified language and UoM.
  Navigate to the relevant views (like Basic Data, Sales Org Data, etc.) to see if the combination is already present.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry: 
  
  If the entry already exists and you need to make changes, consider updating the existing material instead of creating a new one. Use MM02 (Change Material) to modify the existing record.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Entry: 
  
  If you find that there are indeed duplicate entries that should not exist, you can delete the unnecessary one using MM06 (Delete Material) after ensuring that it is not being used in any transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Data Management: 
  
  If this issue arises frequently, it may be beneficial to consult with your data management or SAP support team to review data integrity and establish guidelines for data entry to prevent duplicates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP can help in managing entries effectively.
  Unit of Measure (UoM): Familiarize yourself with the UoM settings in SAP, as they can affect how materials are defined and used in transactions.
  Language Settings: Ensure that the language settings in your user profile and the material master are correctly configured to avoid conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_MATERIAL069 error and manage your material master data more effectively.