How To Fix COWIPB218 - Material &1 does not exist in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Material &1 does not exist in plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COWIPB218 - Material &1 does not exist in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB218 indicates that the specified material does not exist in the specified plant. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management, production planning, or when trying to perform operations related to a material that is not defined in the system for the given plant.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material has not been created in the specified plant.
  Incorrect Plant: The plant code entered may be incorrect or does not match the plant where the material is supposed to exist.
  Material Deactivation: The material may have been deactivated or marked for deletion in the specified plant.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization if the system is integrated with other systems or if there are recent changes that have not been updated in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify if the material exists in the material master for the specified plant. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and entering the material number and plant.
  Create Material: If the material does not exist, you may need to create it in the specified plant using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant. If it is not, you may need to assign it using the appropriate configuration.
  Review Deactivation: If the material was previously active and is now inactive, check the status and reactivate it if necessary.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect data synchronization issues or if you are unsure about the changes made, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) are maintained for the material in the specified plant.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create materials in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COWIPB218 error and ensure that the material is correctly set up in the specified plant.