How To Fix 06135 - Item & does not include a material number or plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Item & does not include a material number or plant

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to display the <GL:master_data>master data</> of an
item that has contains no <GL:material_number>material number</> or no
<GL:plant>plant</>. However, either the material number or the plant
is required for this function.

How to fix this error?

Choose an item that contains a valid material number or a plant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06135 - Item & does not include a material number or plant ?

  The SAP error message "06135 Item & does not include a material number or plant" typically occurs during the processing of a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or other transactional documents) when the system expects a material number or plant to be specified for a line item, but it is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The line item in the document does not have a material number assigned.
  Missing Plant: The line item does not have a plant specified, which is necessary for inventory management and procurement processes.
  Incorrect Configuration: The document type or item category may not be configured correctly to allow for the entry of material numbers or plants.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently left the material number or plant field blank during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Document: Review the document where the error occurred and ensure that all required fields, especially the material number and plant, are filled in correctly.
  Enter Missing Information: If the material number or plant is missing, enter the appropriate values in the respective fields.
  Review Item Category: Ensure that the item category used in the document allows for the entry of material numbers and plants. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team if changes are necessary.
  Validate Data Entry: Ensure that users are trained to enter all required information when creating or modifying documents in SAP.
  Check for Customizations: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if they are affecting the standard behavior of the document processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), VA01 (Create Sales Order), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM for Materials Management, SD for Sales and Distribution) for more details on required fields and configurations.
  User Training: Ensure that users are aware of the importance of entering all required fields to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.