How To Fix CN167 - Material & not found in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Material & not found in plant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN167 - Material & not found in plant & ?

  The SAP error message CN167 typically indicates that a specific material is not found in the specified plant. This error often arises in the context of project management or production planning when trying to assign a material to a project or production order, but the system cannot locate the material in the designated plant.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant.
  Plant-Specific Data Missing: The material might exist in the system but lacks the necessary plant-specific data (e.g., stock levels, purchasing info).
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The plant specified in the transaction may be incorrect or not relevant for the material.
  Material Status: The material could be blocked or inactive in the specified plant.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data that prevent it from being recognized in the specified plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify if the material exists in the specified plant using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Create/Extend Material: If the material does not exist, create it in the specified plant using transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or extend it using MM02.
  Review Plant-Specific Data: Ensure that all necessary plant-specific data is maintained for the material, including purchasing, sales, and storage data.
  Correct Plant Assignment: Double-check the plant assignment in your transaction to ensure it is correct.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked or inactive. You can check this in the material master data.
  Consult with Master Data Team: If you suspect there are issues with the master data, consult with your organization's master data management team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, and MMBE (Stock Overview) to manage material data.
  User Authorizations: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN167 error and ensure that the material is correctly set up in the specified plant.