How To Fix CX002 - Material "&" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Material "&" does not exist

What causes this issue?

Configurable material &V1& has not been created.

System Response

The system checks whether the configurable material you entered already
exists. If this is not the case, the system displays an error message.

How to fix this error?

Create the configurable material. Please note that material type
<LB>KMAT</> is 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 CX002 - Material "&" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CX002, which states that "Material '&' does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate a material that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various transactions, such as when creating a purchase order, sales order, or during inventory management.
  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.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If using multiple systems (e.g., in a landscape with multiple SAP instances), there may be synchronization issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Creation: Verify if the material has been created in the system using transaction code MM03 (Display Material). If it does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  Verify Material Number: Double-check the material number for any typos or errors. Ensure you are using the correct format.
  Check Deletion Status: If the material was previously created, check if it has been marked for deletion. You can do this in MM03 by checking the "General Data" and "Plant Data" views.
  Check Plant/Storage Location: Ensure that you are referencing the correct plant and storage location where the material should exist.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Data Synchronization: If applicable, check for any data synchronization issues between systems. Ensure that the material data is consistent across all relevant systems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Change Documents
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding the structure and importance of material master data in SAP is crucial for effective inventory and procurement management.
  User Authorizations: Familiarize yourself with the roles and authorizations required to access material data in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.