How To Fix FV_PROD_VERS017 - Material &1 is not found in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV_PROD_VERS - Messages for Production Version Maintenance

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Material &1 is not found in plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV_PROD_VERS017 - Material &1 is not found in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message FV_PROD_VERS017 indicates that a specific material (denoted as &1) is not found in the specified plant (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs in the context of production planning, material management, or inventory management when the system is trying to access or process a material that does not exist in the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant. Each material must be defined for each plant where it is used.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The material may exist, but it is not assigned to the specified plant.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master record.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material in the specified plant.
  Material Status: The material may be blocked or inactive in the specified plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify if the material exists in the material master for the specified plant. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and entering the material number and plant.
  Create Material: If the material does not exist, you will need to create it for the specified plant using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant. If it is not, you may need to extend the material to the plant using transaction code MM01 or MM02 (Change Material).
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material in the specified plant.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked or inactive. You can check this in the material master data.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) are maintained for the material in the specified plant.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on material management and production planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FV_PROD_VERS017 error and implement the appropriate solution.