How To Fix G00090 - Master record for item &1 from set &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Master record for item &1 from set &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Master record is not available for FS item &V1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Before transferring the "secondary costs"-hierarchy, the node master
record and the "secondary costs"-master record in the consolidation
chart of accounts should be transferred.
Exit hierarchy maintenance and execute the step from the IMG.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00090 - Master record for item &1 from set &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message G00090 indicates that the system is unable to find a master record for a specific item in a given set. This typically occurs in scenarios involving material management, inventory, or sales and distribution processes where the system expects to find a master record for a particular item but cannot.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Record: The most common cause is that the master record for the specified item (e.g., material, vendor, customer) has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Item/Set Reference: The item number or set reference provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries due to data migration or system updates.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the master record.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Record: Verify if the master record for the specified item exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (for materials), XD03 (for customers), or MK03 (for vendors).
  Create Missing Record: If the master record does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., MM01 for materials, XD01 for customers, MK01 for vendors).
  Verify Input Data: Ensure that the item number and set reference are entered correctly. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the master record. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying database issues or inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master records (e.g., MM01, MM02, MM03 for materials; XD01, XD02, XD03 for customers; MK01, MK02, MK03 for vendors).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on master records and their management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G00090 error and implement a solution to resolve it.