How To Fix 9J407 - Document &, item &: could not find material number - not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Document &, item &: could not find material number - not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J407 - Document &, item &: could not find material number - not created ?

  The SAP error message 9J407 indicates that the system could not find the specified material number for the document and item mentioned. This typically occurs in scenarios where a material is referenced in a transaction (like a purchase order, sales order, or inventory movement) but does not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material number has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for use.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the material was recently created, there may be a delay in data synchronization across different modules or systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Creation:
  
  Verify if the material number exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material is created.
  If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number for any typographical errors. Ensure that the correct number is being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is active and not blocked. You can check the status in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the material was recently created, wait for a few moments and try again. Sometimes, there may be a delay in the system reflecting the new data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the material. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for material management to understand the processes involved in material creation and management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.