How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL084 - Maintain the classification data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Maintain the classification data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL084 - Maintain the classification data ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL084 indicates that there is a requirement to maintain classification data for a material. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and classification in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that are classified under specific characteristics or classes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A material is assigned to a classification system (like a class or characteristic) but the necessary classification data has not been maintained.
  The material is being processed in a transaction that requires classification data, such as creating or changing a material master record, and the required fields are not filled out.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to maintain the classification data for the affected material. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Material Master:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) depending on whether you are creating a new material or modifying an existing one.
  
  
  
  Select the Classification View:
  
  When prompted, select the classification view for the material. This is usually found under the "Classification" tab.
  
  
  
  Maintain Classification Data:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the appropriate class.
  Fill in the required characteristics for the material. This may include attributes like size, color, weight, etc., depending on the classification system in use.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary classification data, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Original Transaction:
  
  Once the classification data is maintained, you can re-attempt the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification System: SAP allows for the classification of materials into classes and characteristics, which helps in organizing and managing materials effectively.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain material master data and classification data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material classification and the specific characteristics relevant to your organization.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after maintaining the classification data, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or check for any additional configuration settings that may be affecting material classification.