How To Fix CBGL00404 - Cannot determine a value for material &1 in field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGL00 - GLM: Standard Messages

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Cannot determine a value for material &1 in field &2

What causes this issue?

The system could not determine a value in field &V2& for material &V1&
during parameter value determination for material-related data. The
relevant data may not have been entered in the material master.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGL00404 - Cannot determine a value for material &1 in field &2 ?

  The SAP error message CBGL00404, which states "Cannot determine a value for material &1 in field &2," typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a required value for a specific material in a particular field during a transaction or process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The material master data for the specified material (&1) may be incomplete or missing. This could include missing views or fields that are necessary for the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material type or the relevant application area may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in related tables or incorrect data types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data for the material.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction being executed may not be appropriate for the material type or the context in which it is being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data for the specified material is complete. Ensure that all necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) are maintained.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to the material type and ensure that they are correctly set up. This may involve reviewing settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify any missing or inconsistent data. You can use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to view table entries.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material data. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Use Correct Transaction: Ensure that the correct transaction code is being used for the operation you are trying to perform. Refer to the documentation or consult with a functional consultant if unsure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management.