How To Fix BG051 - Master warranty & does not exist

BG051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BG - Warranty processing

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Master warranty & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The master warranty number you requested does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

BG051 - Details

• The SAP error message BG051, which states "Master warranty & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of warranty management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a master warranty record associated with the specified warranty number or identifier.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Warranty Record: The most common cause is that the master warranty record has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Warranty Number: The warranty number being referenced may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries or incorrect links between warranty records and the relevant materials or equipment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the master warranty records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Warranty Records: Verify if the master warranty record exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction code (e.g., IW31 for creating warranty