How To Fix GPDPEG202 - MD04: Purchase order &3 dropped; Material is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPDPEG - A&D GPD message classed used by Pegging only

• Message number: 202

• Message text: MD04: Purchase order &3 dropped; Material is missing

What causes this issue?

Purchase order &V3& has no material assigned to it.
Plant: &V1&
Grouping WBS element: &V2&

System Response

The purchase order is not taken into consideration during pegging.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPDPEG202 - MD04: Purchase order &3 dropped; Material is missing ?

  The SAP error message GPDPEG202, which states "Purchase order &3 dropped; Material is missing," typically occurs in the context of the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process or during the processing of purchase orders. This error indicates that the system could not process a purchase order because the material associated with it is not available or is missing in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not be created in the system, or it may be inactive or flagged for deletion.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material might not be assigned to the specific plant or storage location referenced in the purchase order.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may not be allowed for purchasing or may have restrictions that prevent it from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the material from being used in purchasing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or related tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Activate Material: If the material is inactive or flagged for deletion, you may need to reactivate it or remove the deletion flag.
  Assign to Plant/Storage Location: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  Review Material Type: Check if the material type is appropriate for purchasing. If not, you may need to change the material type or create a new material.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to purchasing and materials in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to MRP and purchasing processes for further insights into how materials are managed in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management and purchasing.