How To Fix CRWB221 - Material &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRWB -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Material &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRWB221 - Material &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CRWB221 indicates that the material specified (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of material management, production planning, or inventory management when trying to access or manipulate a material that has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Deleted: The material may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Plant/Storage Location: The material may exist, but not in the specified plant or storage location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Creation:
  
  Verify if the material has been created in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and entering the material number.
  If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct format and number.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  If the material was previously created, check if it has been marked for deletion. You can do this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Check Plant/Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding the structure and fields in the material master can help in troubleshooting issues related to materials.
  
  
  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 identify the cause of the CRWB221 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.