/CWM/MM014 - No reposting of CW material &1 to standard material &2 allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MM -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No reposting of CW material &1 to standard material &2 allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MM014 - No reposting of CW material &1 to standard material &2 allowed ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MM014 No reposting of CW material &1 to standard material &2 allowed typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with materials that are classified as "consignment" (CW) materials and standard materials. This error indicates that the system does not allow the reposting of consignment materials to standard materials due to specific business rules or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Restrictions: The error arises because the system is configured to prevent the reposting of consignment materials to standard materials. This is a common restriction in many organizations to maintain the integrity of inventory and financial records.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the material management module may not allow for the transfer of ownership from consignment stock to standard stock.
  Business Process Compliance: The organization may have policies in place that restrict such transactions to ensure compliance with accounting and inventory management practices.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Material Types: Check the material types involved in the transaction. Ensure that the consignment material is correctly classified and that the standard material is set up to accept such transactions if needed.
  Consult Configuration: Work with your SAP MM (Materials Management) consultant to review the configuration settings related to material postings. They may need to adjust the settings to allow for reposting if it aligns with business processes.
  Use Alternative Processes: If reposting is not allowed, consider using alternative processes such as:
  
  Transfer Posting: Instead of reposting, you may need to perform a transfer posting from consignment stock to unrestricted stock before moving it to standard material.
  Stock Transfer: If applicable, perform a stock transfer to move the material from consignment to a different stock type that can then be moved to standard stock.
  
  
  Documentation and Training: Ensure that users are aware of the restrictions and provide training on the correct processes for handling consignment materials.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific instructions related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1B (Transfer Posting) or MIGO (Goods Movement) that may be used in the process of handling materials.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the necessary transactions in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.