How To Fix IH012 - Plant & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Plant & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have entered plant <LB>&V1&</>. This plant has not been
defined in your system.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH012 - Plant & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IH012, which states "Plant & does not exist," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified plant in the database. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to create or modify a material, production order, or other master data that requires a valid plant.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Plant Not Created: The plant may not have been created in the system yet.
  Plant Deactivation: The plant may have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the plant data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system that prevent the plant from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Plant Code: Double-check the plant code you are entering to ensure it is correct.
  Check Plant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code OX10 (or SPRO -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define, copy, delete, check plant) to see if the plant exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  Check Plant Status: If the plant exists, check its status to ensure it is active and not marked for deletion.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the plant. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the plant is properly set up in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX10: To check or create plants.
  MM03: To view material master data and check plant assignments.
  CO01: To create production orders and check plant-related settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on plant configuration and management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.