How To Fix CM_EHFND_LOCATION074 - Location "&1", file "&2": Material "&3" does not exist or is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_LOCATION -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Location "&1", file "&2": Material "&3" does not exist or is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION074 - Location "&1", file "&2": Material "&3" does not exist or is not active ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION074 indicates that there is an issue with a specific material in the system. The message typically means that the material specified (represented by "&3") either does not exist in the system or is not active for the location (represented by "&1") and file (represented by "&2") you are trying to access or work with.
  Cause:
  
  Material Does Not Exist: The material number you are trying to use may not be present in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the material may not have been created yet.
  Material Not Active: The material exists in the system but is not active. This can happen if the material has been marked as inactive or if it has been deleted.
  Location Issues: The location specified may not be valid for the material, or the material may not be assigned to that location.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be a delay or issue in data synchronization that causes the material to appear inactive or missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check the material number for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct material number.
  Check Material Status: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists and is active. If it is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  Check Location Assignment: Ensure that the material is assigned to the specified location. You can check this in the material master data.
  Consult with Master Data Team: If you are unsure about the status of the material or its assignment, consult with your organization's master data management team to verify the material's status and location assignments.
  Data Synchronization: If your system is integrated with other systems, check for any synchronization issues. You may need to wait for the data to sync or troubleshoot the integration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM01: Create Material
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured and maintained in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to materials.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the material and location data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.