How To Fix 3H021 - Availability type &1/&2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3H - Messages for Reading HR Customizing Tables

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Availability type &1/&2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3H021 - Availability type &1/&2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 3H021 indicates that the availability type specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with availability checks in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message 3H021 Availability type &1/&2 does not exist can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect Availability Type: The availability type specified in the transaction or configuration does not match any of the defined availability types in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The availability type may not have been configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typographical error in the availability type entered in the transaction.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly referencing the availability types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Availability Types:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD1 (or use the relevant transaction for your version) to check the defined availability types in your system.
  Verify that the availability type you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the availability type entered in the transaction for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  If the availability type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under Logistics > Material Management > Inventory Management > Availability Check.
  Ensure that the availability type is properly assigned to the relevant material types and plant settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to availability checks to ensure that you are using the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is correctly referencing the availability types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMD1 (for availability types), MM02 (to change material master data), and MD04 (to check stock/requirements list).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify availability types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.