How To Fix CI500 - Material does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Material does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI500 - Material does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CI500 ("Material does not exist") typically occurs when you attempt to perform an operation involving a material that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various transactions, such as creating a purchase order, posting goods receipt, or during inventory management activities.
  Causes of CI500 Error
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for use in certain transactions.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be assigned to the specific plant or storage location you are working with.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If you are working in a system with multiple instances (like a development and production environment), the material may exist in one instance but not in another.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the material.
  
  Solutions to CI500 Error
  
  
  Check Material Creation:
  
  Verify if the material has been created in the system using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  If it does not exist, create the material using MM01 (Create Material).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number for any typos or errors.
  Ensure you are using the correct format (e.g., leading zeros).
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Use MM02 (Change Material) to check if the material is marked as inactive or blocked.
  If it is blocked, you may need to change its status.
  
  
  
  Check Plant/Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location.
  You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you are working in a multi-system environment, ensure that the material exists in the system you are currently using.
  If necessary, transport the material data from the development system to the production system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material.
  Contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB52: List Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the CI500 error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material management and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CI500 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.