How To Fix BK120 - Enter material, plant, and production version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Enter material, plant, and production version

What causes this issue?

The entries made for the material are incomplete.
You have not entered the material number and/or the corresponding
production version and/or the corresponding plant.

System Response

A material must be entered with the material number, production
version, and plant to be complete.

How to fix this error?

Complete your entries
Alternately, change your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK120 - Enter material, plant, and production version ?

  The SAP error message BK120, which states "Enter material, plant, and production version," typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management processes. This error indicates that the system requires specific information to proceed with a transaction, such as creating a production order or a related document.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the required fields—material number, plant, and production version—are not filled in or are incorrectly filled in the transaction you are trying to execute. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Data: The user has not entered the necessary details in the input fields.
  Incorrect Data: The material number or plant entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the transaction.
  Production Version Not Defined: The production version for the material in the specified plant is not defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BK120 error, follow these steps:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered the material number, plant, and production version correctly in the relevant fields.
  Verify Material Existence: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists in the system and is active.
  Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant. You can check this in the material master data.
  Define Production Version: If the production version is missing, you may need to create or assign a production version for the material in the specified plant. This can be done using transaction code C202 (Maintain Production Versions).
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct values to enter, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with a colleague who is familiar with the material and production processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), C202 (Maintain Production Versions), and CO01 (Create Production Order).
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured and maintained in SAP can help prevent this error in the future.
  Production Planning: Knowledge of production planning processes and how materials are linked to production versions can provide context for why this error occurs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning or material management.