How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL152 - Enter a valid material type, material group and material category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Enter a valid material type, material group and material category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL152 - Enter a valid material type, material group and material category ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL152 indicates that there is an issue with the material type, material group, or material category when trying to create or modify a material in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with materials in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Material Type: The material type entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Invalid Material Group: The material group specified is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Invalid Material Category: The material category is not recognized or is not set up properly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master settings that prevent the system from recognizing the entered values.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials with the specified attributes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Type:
  
  Verify that the material type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings (Transaction Code: OMT0).
  
  
  
  Check Material Group:
  
  Ensure that the material group is correctly defined and exists in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings (Transaction Code: OMWB).
  
  
  
  Check Material Category:
  
  Confirm that the material category is valid and properly configured. This may involve checking the settings in the material master data configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings for material types, groups, and categories to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on material types, groups, and categories.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP Help Desk for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OMT0 (Define Material Types)
  OMWB (Define Material Groups)
  MM01 (Create Material)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding the structure and configuration of material master data is crucial for resolving issues related to material types, groups, and categories.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WRF_MATERIAL152 error message in SAP.