How To Fix 09244 - Required entry for material not made

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 09 -

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Required entry for material not made

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 09244 - Required entry for material not made ?

  The SAP error message "09244 Required entry for material not made" typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or process a material that has not been fully defined or does not exist in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the creation of a purchase order, sales order, or when trying to perform inventory management tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material number you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incomplete Material Master Data: The material exists, but certain required fields in the material master data are not filled out, making it incomplete for the intended transaction.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material may not be assigned to the plant or storage location you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify if the material number exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data.
  Complete Material Master Data: If the material exists but is incomplete, you can use transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to fill in the required fields. Ensure that all necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) are properly maintained.
  Create Material: If the material does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material). Ensure that you select the appropriate material type and fill in all required fields.
  Check Plant and Storage Location: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to material types and ensure that they are set up correctly for the intended transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material).
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views for the material are maintained based on the business processes (e.g., Purchasing, Sales, Accounting).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.