How To Fix 30011 - Master record & for reference does not exist

30011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 30 - Service Master: Basic Data

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Master record & for reference does not exist

What causes this issue?

You wish to create a master record with reference to another master
record.

System Response

The master record that you wish to use for referencing purposes does
not exist in the database.

How to fix this error?

Please choose an existing master record as reference.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 30011 - Master record & for reference does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "30011 - Master record & for reference does not exist" typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a master record (such as a vendor, customer, material, etc.) that has not been created or is not available in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the creation of purchase orders, sales orders, or when trying to access certain data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the required master data (e.g., vendor, customer, material) has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Reference: The reference you are trying to use may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Deletion: The master record may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the master record.
  Data Synchronization Issues: In cases where data is replicated from another system, there may be synchronization issues.
  
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