How To Fix IPPECIF012 - Material &1 does not exist

IPPECIF012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IPPECIF - Messages for APO CIP Interfaces in iPPE

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Material &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IPPECIF012 - Material &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IPPECIF012 indicates that the material specified (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning, inventory management, or when trying to create or process a document related to a material that the system cannot find.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for use.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not exist in the specified plant or storage location.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be a delay or issue in data synchronization.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to verify if the material exists in the system.
  Ensure that you are checking