How To Fix C+104 - Material & is not available. Please check your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C+ -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Material & is not available. Please check your entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C+104 - Material & is not available. Please check your entry ?

  The SAP error message C+104 ("Material & is not available. Please check your entry") typically indicates that the system cannot find the specified material in the database. This can occur in various transactions, such as when creating a purchase order, sales order, or during inventory management.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be blocked for certain transactions (e.g., blocked for purchasing or sales).
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specified plant or storage location.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may not be allowed for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the material was recently created or modified, there may be a delay in data synchronization.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Creation: Verify if the material exists in the system by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material).
  Verify Material Number: Double-check the material number for any typos or errors.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked for the required transactions. You can check this in the material master data.
  Review Plant/Storage Location: Confirm that the material is available in the specified plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master or inventory management.
  Material Type Validation: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for the transaction you are attempting.
  Data Refresh: If the material was recently created, try refreshing the data or logging out and back into the system to ensure you have the latest data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, and MMBE (Stock Overview).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate the material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material management and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.