How To Fix COWIPB707 - No material master found for &1 &2; goods receipt not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COWIPB - Messages for WIP Batch

• Message number: 707

• Message text: No material master found for &1 &2; goods receipt not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COWIPB707 - No material master found for &1 &2; goods receipt not possible ?

  The SAP error message COWIPB707 indicates that the system could not find a material master record for the specified material (represented by placeholders &1 and &2) during a goods receipt process. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics when trying to post a goods receipt for a material that does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Master Record: The most common cause is that the material you are trying to receive has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be flagged as inactive or blocked, preventing it from being used in transactions.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location you are trying to use.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the material master was recently created or modified, there may be a delay in data synchronization.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material master record exists for the specified material number. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and entering the material number.
  Create Material Master: If the material does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  Verify Material Number: Ensure that the material number you are using is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  Check Plant and Storage Location: Ensure that the material is set up for the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  Review Material Status: Check if the material is active and not blocked. You can find this information in the material master record.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team to check for any underlying issues or data synchronization problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MB01: Goods Receipt
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) are maintained for the material.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify material master records.
  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 resolve the COWIPB707 error and successfully post the goods receipt.