How To Fix 29100 - Material & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Material & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29100 - Material & not found ?

  The SAP error message "29100 Material & not found" typically indicates that the system is unable to find the specified material in the database. This can occur in various transactions or processes where a material number is required, such as during inventory management, sales order processing, or production planning.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system. This can happen if the material master record was never set up.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect, either due to a typo or using an outdated number.
  Material Deletion: The material may have been marked for deletion or archived, making it unavailable for transactions.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specified plant or storage location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the material not being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify if the material exists in the system by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to check if the material number is valid.
  Correct Material Number: Ensure that the correct material number is being used. Double-check for any typos or errors in the input.
  Review Deletion Flags: Check if the material has been flagged for deletion. You can do this in the material master record.
  Check Plant/Storage Location: Ensure that the material is available in the specified plant or storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This may require coordination with the SAP security team.
  Data Synchronization: If the system is integrated with other systems, check for any data synchronization issues that may need to be resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, and MM04 for material master management.
  Material Master Data: Understand the structure of material master data and how it is organized in SAP.
  User Authorizations: Review user roles and authorizations to ensure proper access to material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.