How To Fix CNIF_MAT004 - Entries &1 &2 &3 in table &4 are not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNIF_MAT - Messages for BAPI Material Component in Network

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Entries &1 &2 &3 in table &4 are not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNIF_MAT004 - Entries &1 &2 &3 in table &4 are not available ?

  The SAP error message CNIF_MAT004 indicates that there are missing entries in a specific table that are required for a certain operation, typically related to material management or project system functionalities. The message format usually includes placeholders for specific values, such as:
  
  &1: Material number
  &2: Plant
  &3: Other relevant identifier (like a project number)
  &4: Table name
  
  Cause
  The error occurs when the system is trying to access data that does not exist in the specified table. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Data Not Maintained: The required entries for the material, plant, or project have not been created in the relevant table.
  Data Deletion: The entries might have been deleted or not yet created due to incomplete data migration or setup.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper creation of these entries.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the data.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the CNIF_MAT004 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Table: Identify the table mentioned in the error message (indicated by &4) and check if the entries for the specified material, plant, and other identifiers exist.
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the table contents.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Entries: If the entries are missing, you will need to create them. This may involve:
  
  Creating a material master record if it does not exist.
  Ensuring that the material is assigned to the correct plant.
  Maintaining any necessary project-related data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the material and project management to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CN22 (Project Management).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for material management and project system functionalities to understand the dependencies and requirements for the data involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CNIF_MAT004 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.