How To Fix /DSD/HH173 - Material &1 does not exist in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/HH -

• Message number: 173

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/HH173 - Material &1 does not exist in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/HH173 Material &1 does not exist in plant &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Direct Store Delivery (DSD) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified material (represented by &1) in the specified plant (represented by &2). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant. This can happen if the material was created in a different plant or if it has not been created at all.
  Plant-Specific Data: The material may exist in the system but lacks plant-specific data for the specified plant. This means that while the material is defined in the system, it is not assigned to the plant in question.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If there are issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between SAP and a third-party system), the material may not be recognized in the specified plant.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material in the specified plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the system. Enter the material number and check if it is available in the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Create Material in Plant:
  
  If the material does not exist in the specified plant, you can create it using transaction code MM01. Make sure to select the appropriate views and enter the necessary data for the plant.
  
  
  
  Maintain Plant-Specific Data:
  
  If the material exists but lacks plant-specific data, you can use transaction code MM02 to maintain the necessary data for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material in the specified plant. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you suspect data synchronization issues, check the integration points between systems and ensure that data is being transferred correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview (to check stock levels in different plants)
  
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to material availability.
  
  
  Plant Configuration: Ensure that the plant is properly configured in the system and that all necessary settings are in place for the materials to be recognized.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.