How To Fix FINS_ML_MIG001 - The following & entries do not have a MARA-table-entry:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ML_MIG - Messages for S/4HANA Material Ledger Migration

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The following & entries do not have a MARA-table-entry:

No MARA-table-entry exists (for instance due to archiving or
inconsistencies). As a consequence, the corresponding xBEW(H) (= MBEW(H)
or EBEW(H) or QBEW(H) or OBEW(H) ) entries cannot be migrated and have
been skipped during migration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ML_MIG001 - The following & entries do not have a MARA-table-entry: ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ML_MIG001 indicates that there are entries in the Material Ledger that do not have corresponding entries in the MARA table, which is the general material data table in SAP. This typically occurs during the migration or data transfer processes, especially when transitioning to a new system or when performing data uploads.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The most common cause is that the material master data for certain materials has not been created or has been deleted. The MARA table holds essential information about materials, and if an entry in the Material Ledger references a material that does not exist in MARA, this error will occur.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing a data upload, there may have been issues with the data extraction or transformation processes that resulted in missing entries.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect material numbers or references that do not match the expected format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the materials referenced in the error message exist in the MARA table. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or SE16N (Data Browser) to check the MARA table directly.
  
  
  Create Missing Materials: If the materials do not exist, you will need to create them in the system. Use transaction MM01 to create the missing material master records.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on your data to ensure that all entries in the Material Ledger have corresponding entries in the MARA table. This may involve running reports or using tools provided by SAP for data validation.
  
  
  Review Migration Process: If this error occurred during a migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary data was included and correctly mapped. You may need to re-run the migration or adjust the data extraction process.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling similar issues. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional information on known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, SE16N, and MB51 for material management and data analysis.
  Material Ledger Configuration: Ensure that the Material Ledger is properly configured in your system, as misconfigurations can lead to data inconsistencies.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to Material Management and the Material Ledger for further insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FINS_ML_MIG001 and ensure that your Material Ledger entries are consistent with the MARA table.