How To Fix WW114 - A material type must be entered for reference material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

• Message number: 114

• Message text: A material type must be entered for reference material &

What causes this issue?

You have not yet assigned a material type to the material group
reference material. The material type is required later, to control the
screen sequence when you use the reference material later on in the
material master, for example.

How can this happen?

You use a different material type for fashion materials than for
perishables. This ensures that the respective maintenance screens and
entry processes suit the type of material being created.

How to fix this error?

Allocate the reference material a material type which is suitable for
the majority of the materials in this material group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW114 - A material type must be entered for reference material & ?

  The SAP error message WW114 indicates that a material type must be specified for a reference material in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the system requires a material type to be defined for the reference material you are using.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Type: The reference material you are trying to use does not have a material type assigned to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the material master may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the material type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, such as not selecting the reference material correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Reference Material: Verify that the reference material you are using has a valid material type assigned. You can do this by navigating to the material master record of the reference material and checking its details.
  
  
  Assign Material Type: If the reference material does not have a material type, you will need to assign one. This can be done by editing the material master record and entering the appropriate material type.
  
  
  Use a Different Reference Material: If the current reference material is not valid, consider using a different material that has a defined material type.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, review the material type settings in the system to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on how to manage material types and material master records.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: In SAP, material types define the attributes and behavior of materials. Common material types include raw materials, finished goods, and trading goods.
  Material Master Record: This is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, which includes data such as material type, description, and other relevant attributes.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material master records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.