How To Fix HUGENERAL042 - No material item found for the specified criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUGENERAL - Handling Units - Packing

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No material item found for the specified criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUGENERAL042 - No material item found for the specified criteria ?

  The SAP error message HUGENERAL042: No material item found for the specified criteria typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an operation related to materials (such as creating a purchase order, sales order, or inventory management) but the system cannot find any material that matches the specified criteria. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to retrieve material data or when executing a transaction that requires material information.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive, blocked, or not available for the specific transaction type.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be assigned to the specified plant or storage location.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data or related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material data.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may be too restrictive or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check the material number for accuracy. Ensure that it exists in the system by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material).
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is active and not blocked for the transaction you are trying to perform. You can check the material status in the material master record.
  Review Plant/Storage Location: Confirm that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material data. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are using a report or transaction that allows for selection criteria, try broadening the criteria to see if any materials are returned.
  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 data issues or system configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to troubleshoot material-related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for additional context on material management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.