How To Fix ALM_AER007 - The specified material &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ALM_AER - Notifications of Follow-Up Order Creation

• Message number: 007

• Message text: The specified material &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ALM_AER007 - The specified material &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ALM_AER007 indicates that the specified material (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in various SAP modules, such as SAP MM (Materials Management) or SAP PM (Plant Maintenance), when trying to perform operations related to a material that the system cannot find.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Deleted: The material may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Incorrect Plant/Storage Location: The material may exist, but not 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: In cases where data is replicated across systems, there may be synchronization issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check the material number for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct format.
  Check Material Existence: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to verify if the material exists in the system.
  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.
  Create Material: If the material does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction MM01.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Data Consistency Check: If you suspect data synchronization issues, check with your IT team to ensure that all systems are properly synchronized.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM01 (Create Material), and MM02 (Change Material).
  Material Master Data: Understand the structure of material master data and how it is organized in SAP.
  User Roles and 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 following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.