How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_SOS_SL002 - Enter Valid Plant And Material Combination at Header Facet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_SOS_SL - Messages for Source List

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Enter Valid Plant And Material Combination at Header Facet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_SOS_SL002 - Enter Valid Plant And Material Combination at Header Facet ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_SOS_SL002 ("Enter Valid Plant And Material Combination at Header Facet") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system cannot find a valid combination of plant and material in the database. This error is often related to the configuration or master data setup in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material you are trying to use may not be defined for the specified plant in the material master.
  Plant Not Assigned: The plant may not be assigned to the material in the material master data.
  Inactive Material: The material might be inactive or not available for the specified plant.
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may not be allowed for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and check if the material exists for the specified plant.
  Ensure that the material is active and has the necessary views (e.g., purchasing, basic data) maintained.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  In the material master, check the plant-specific data to ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant.
  If the material is not assigned to the plant, you may need to create or update the material master data using transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Materials:
  
  Ensure that the material is not marked as inactive or obsolete in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Double-check the plant code and material number you are entering to ensure they are correct and match the existing records.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the material type is appropriate for the purchasing process you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team to check for any configuration issues or additional restrictions that may be in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01, MM02, MM03 for material master maintenance; ME21N for creating purchase orders; ME51N for creating purchase requisitions.
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., purchasing, sales, basic data) are properly maintained for the material.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message APPL_MM_PUR_SOS_SL002 in SAP.