How To Fix GPDPEG401 - GI: Material document &3 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 401

• Message text: GI: Material document &3 is missing

What causes this issue?

Material document cannot be found.
Plant: &V1&
Grouping WBS element: &V2&
Sending replenishment object: &V3&
Material: &V4&

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPDPEG401 - GI: Material document &3 is missing ?

  The SAP error message GPDPEG401, which states "GI: Material document &3 is missing," typically occurs in the context of Goods Issue (GI) processes in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified material document, which is necessary for processing the goods issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material Document: The material document referenced in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a data entry error or because the document was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number provided may be incorrect or formatted improperly.
  Document Not Posted: The goods movement may not have been posted correctly, leading to the absence of the material document.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material document.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper creation or retrieval of material documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Check the document number referenced in the error message to ensure it is correct. You can do this by searching for the document in the material document list (transaction code MB03).
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the material document has been created and is in the correct status. If it was supposed to be created in a previous transaction, verify that the transaction was completed successfully.
  Recreate the Document: If the document is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it by redoing the goods movement transaction that should have generated it.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material document. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate any underlying system issues or configuration problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB03: Display Material Document
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for goods movement processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.