How To Fix WXPB137 - Material &1 is not a generic material; valuation is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXPB - MAP Messages: SAP R/3 Enterprise Add-On

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Material &1 is not a generic material; valuation is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXPB137 - Material &1 is not a generic material; valuation is not possible ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXPB137 Material &1 is not a generic material; valuation is not possible
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you attempt to perform a valuation-related activity (such as price determination, cost estimate, or inventory valuation) on a material that is not defined as a generic material in SAP.
  
  In SAP, generic materials are special materials used typically for classification or grouping purposes and do not have valuation data.
  The system expects the material to be generic for certain processes, but the material in question is a standard (non-generic) material.
  This mismatch causes the system to prevent valuation because valuation is only applicable to materials that are flagged as generic in the system for the specific process or context.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  The message is a warning (WXPB137), not an error, so it may not stop the process but indicates that valuation cannot be performed.
  Generic materials are often used in classification or variant configuration scenarios where valuation is not relevant.
  Attempting to value a non-generic material in a context that requires a generic material triggers this message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master record (transaction MM03) for the material number mentioned (&1).
  Check if the material is flagged as generic or not.
  Generic materials are usually maintained with specific material types or flags.
  
  
  
  Adjust Process or Material Type:
  
  If valuation is required, ensure you are working with a valuated material (standard material type like ROH, FERT, HALB, etc.).
  If the material should be generic, adjust the material master accordingly or use the correct generic material number.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Material:
  
  Use a generic material if the process requires it.
  If you mistakenly used a non-generic material in a process designed for generic materials, correct the material number.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration in IMG related to material types and valuation.
  Ensure that the valuation procedure aligns with the material type being used.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03 – Display Material Master
  MM02 – Change Material Master
  CK11N – Create Cost Estimate
  MB5B – Stocks for Posting Date
  
  
  
  Material Types:
  
  Generic materials often have specific material types or flags.
  Standard materials are valuated; generic materials are not.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to material valuation and generic materials if the issue persists.
  Review SAP Help Portal for material master and valuation concepts.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The message indicates that valuation cannot be performed because the material is not generic.
  Verify the material type and use the appropriate material for valuation.
  Adjust master data or process accordingly.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this message appears, I can help with more specific guidance.