How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL107 - Could not determine variant class type and variant class for material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Could not determine variant class type and variant class for material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL107 - Could not determine variant class type and variant class for material &1 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL107 indicates that the system could not determine the variant class type and variant class for a specific material. This error typically occurs in the context of variant configuration, where materials are defined with multiple characteristics and options.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The variant class for the material may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the material is not set up correctly for variant configuration.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type assigned to the material may not support variant configuration.
  Missing or Incorrect Class Assignment: The material may not be assigned to the correct class or the class may not have the necessary characteristics defined.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the material, such as missing entries in the classification system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Configuration:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check if the material is set up for variant configuration.
  Ensure that the material type supports variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Class Assignment:
  
  Check if the material is assigned to the correct class. You can do this in the classification view of the material master.
  Ensure that the class assigned to the material has the necessary characteristics defined.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Variant Class:
  
  If the variant class does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class).
  Ensure that the class type is appropriate for the material and that it includes the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material and its classification data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction code CL30N to check the classification data for the material.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up variant configuration and classes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL30N: Class Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Variant Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the principles of variant configuration in SAP, as it is crucial for understanding how materials are classified and configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message WRF_MATERIAL107.