How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL088 - Material & is not of the type Generic Material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Material & is not of the type Generic Material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL088 - Material & is not of the type Generic Material ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL088 indicates that the material you are trying to work with is not classified as a "Generic Material." This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with configurable materials.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material you are trying to use is not defined as a generic material in the system. Generic materials are used in variant configuration to represent a class of products that can be customized.
  Configuration Settings: The material may not have been set up correctly in the system, or it may not have the necessary attributes to be treated as a generic material.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect settings in the material type or classification.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type: Verify that the material in question is indeed set up as a generic material. You can do this by checking the material type in the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Change Material Type: If the material is not of the correct type, you may need to create a new material with the correct type or change the existing material type if possible (this may require specific authorizations).
  Review Configuration Settings: Ensure that the material is properly configured for variant configuration. This includes checking the configuration profile and ensuring that the material is assigned to the correct class.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to variant configuration and generic materials to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  CS01: Create BOM (Bill of Materials)
  CU50: Configuration of a Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to material management and variant configuration in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.