How To Fix WSD_MESSAGE032 - Field &1 in customizing is not part of material structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSD_MESSAGE - Message class for WSD

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Field &1 in customizing is not part of material structure

What causes this issue?

The <NP>WSDT_MAT_LAYOUT</> Customizing table contains a field name that
is not part of the <NP>WSD_MATERIAL_STY </>structure type. It can only
contain fields within the <NP>WSD_MATERIAL_STY</> structure type.

How to fix this error?

Align the fields of the <NP>WSDT_MAT_LAYOUT</> table with
<NP>WSD_MATERIAL_STY</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSD_MESSAGE032 - Field &1 in customizing is not part of material structure ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WSD_MESSAGE032: Field &1 in customizing is not part of material structure
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the configuration or customization of material master data structures in SAP, particularly when working with Classification or Material Structure settings (e.g., in transaction codes like CL24N, MM01, or during configuration in SPRO).
  
  The message indicates that a field (represented by &1 in the message, which will be replaced by the actual field name) has been defined or referenced in the customizing settings but does not exist in the material master structure.
  This typically happens if:
  
  A field is added or maintained in the classification or characteristics but is not part of the material master data structure.
  There is a mismatch between the customizing settings and the actual data structure of the material master.
  The field might be incorrectly assigned or a wrong field name is used in the customizing.
  The material structure or classification structure has been changed but the customizing has not been updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field:
  
  Check the exact field name mentioned in the error message (&1).
  This will help you understand which field is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Material Structure:
  
  Verify if the field is part of the material master structure.
  Use transaction MM01 or MM02 to check if the field exists in the material master data.
  Alternatively, check the data dictionary (SE11) for the material master tables (e.g., MARA, MAKT, MARC, etc.) to see if the field exists.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the customizing path where the field is maintained.
  For classification, check transaction CL24N or SPRO path:
  Logistics - General > Material Master > Classification > Define Characteristics
  
  Ensure that the field is correctly assigned and is part of the material structure.
  
  
  
  Correct the Field Assignment:
  
  If the field is not part of the material master structure, remove it from the customizing or replace it with a valid field.
  If the field should be part of the material master, you may need to extend the material master structure (e.g., append structure) to include this field.
  
  
  
  Transport and Test:
  
  After correcting the customizing, transport the changes if necessary.
  Test the material master creation or classification to ensure the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Structure: The material master in SAP is composed of various tables and structures. Customizing must align with these structures.
  Classification System: When using classification, characteristics must be linked to valid fields.
  Enhancements: If custom fields are needed, they must be added via append structures or custom fields in the material master.
  Transactions to Check:
  
  MM01 / MM02 (Material Master Create/Change)
  CL24N (Change Class)
  SPRO (Customizing)
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WSD_MESSAGE032 indicates a mismatch between the customizing field and the material master structure. The solution is to verify and correct the field assignment in customizing or extend the material master structure to include the field.
  
  If you provide the exact field name or the context where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.