How To Fix WU2031 - Inconsistent material &2; material category &1 not allowed

WU2031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU2 - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Inconsistent material &2; material category &1 not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU2031 - Inconsistent material &2; material category &1 not allowed ?

  The SAP error message WU2031 indicates that there is an inconsistency related to a material in the system. Specifically, it states that the material category is not allowed for the specified material. This error typically arises in the context of material master data management, particularly when dealing with material types and categories.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Category Mismatch: The material you are trying to work with is assigned a category that is not compatible with the operations you are attempting to perform.
  
  Configuration Issues: The material category may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be allowed for certain transactions or processes.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect material type or category assignment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to work with the specified material category.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record and verify the material category assigned