How To Fix CM_EHFND_LOCATION078 - Location "&1", file "&2": Mat. "&3" contains invalid "days present" (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_LOCATION -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Location "&1", file "&2": Mat. "&3" contains invalid "days present" (&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION078 - Location "&1", file "&2": Mat. "&3" contains invalid "days present" (&4) ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION078 indicates that there is an issue with the "days present" data for a specific material in a location. This error typically arises in the context of managing materials and their availability in a specific location, often related to the configuration of materials in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message can be caused by several factors:
  
  Invalid Data Entry: The "days present" value for the material is not valid. This could mean that the value is negative, zero, or exceeds the expected range.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the material master data or location settings that leads to incorrect calculations or entries.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the data transfer that resulted in invalid values.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, bugs in the SAP system or specific patches may lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the specified material (Material "&3"). Ensure that the "days present" value is correctly set and falls within the acceptable range.
  Validate Location Data: Check the configuration for the location (Location "&1") to ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Correct Invalid Entries: If you find any invalid entries, correct them in the system. This may involve updating the "days present" value to a valid number.
  Review Data Migration: If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all data was transferred correctly and that no invalid values were introduced.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the problem persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or other relevant transactions to access and modify material and location data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit material and location data in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CM_EHFND_LOCATION078 error message.