How To Fix INV_BY_LOC_MAT_MSG003 - No data, verify entered material(s) and location(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INV_BY_LOC_MAT_MSG - Inventory lookup eSOA messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No data, verify entered material(s) and location(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INV_BY_LOC_MAT_MSG003 - No data, verify entered material(s) and location(s) ?

  The SAP error message INV_BY_LOC_MAT_MSG003 ("No data, verify entered material(s) and location(s)") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or stock taking processes. This error indicates that the system could not find any data related to the materials and locations you have entered. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may not exist in the system or may have been entered incorrectly.
  Invalid Location: The storage location or plant specified may not be valid or may not have any stock for the specified material.
  Data Not Maintained: There may be no stock data maintained for the combination of material and location in the inventory records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data for the specified materials and locations.
  Inactive or Blocked Materials: The material may be inactive or blocked for inventory transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material and Location: Double-check the material number and storage location for any typographical errors. Ensure that they are valid and exist in the system.
  Check Stock Levels: Use transaction codes like MMBE (Stock Overview) or MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand) to check if there is any stock available for the specified material and location.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained and that the material is active and not blocked.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified materials and locations.
  Consult with Inventory Management Team: If the issue persists, consult with the inventory management or materials management team to ensure that the data is correctly maintained in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE, MB52, and MI01 (for physical inventory) to help troubleshoot and gather information.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to inventory management for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.