How To Fix FRMLINF101 - Material does not exist; enter an existing one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLINF - RMS-FRM: Messages f. Info System (Search/Output Fct.)Formula

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Material does not exist; enter an existing one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLINF101 - Material does not exist; enter an existing one ?

  The SAP error message FRMLINF101 indicates that the material you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of material management, especially when dealing with formulas, recipes, or production processes.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to reference has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may exist but is inactive or has been marked for deletion.
  Plant-Specific Data: The material may not be available in the specific plant or storage location you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists in the system.
  Enter the material number and check if it is active and available in the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number you are entering is correct. Check for any typos or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Create Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material). Ensure you have the necessary data and authorizations to do this.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  If the material exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or check its status in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Plant-Specific Data:
  
  Ensure that the material is set up for the specific plant you are working with. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions to access the material.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  CS01: Create Bill of Material (BOM)
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management processes and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FRMLINF101 error and continue with your SAP processes.