How To Fix CU703 - Material & has not yet been created

CU703 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Material & has not yet been created

What causes this issue?

The material you entered has not yet been created.

System Response

The system checks whether the material entered already exists. If it
does not, you see an error message.

How to fix this error?

First create the material. Please note that special material types are
defined for configurable materials.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU703 - Material & has not yet been created ?

  The SAP error message CU703 ("Material & has not yet been created") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a material that has not been defined in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation of a production order, when trying to assign a material to a BOM (Bill of Materials), or when attempting to perform inventory transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The most straightforward cause is that the material in question has not been created in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number you are trying to use may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may exist but could be in a status that prevents it from being used (e.g., blocked for procurement or sales).
  Plant Assignment: The material may not be assigned to the plant you are working with.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If you are working in a system with