How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE037 - Item &1: Material &2 is not defined for storage location &4 in plant &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Item &1: Material &2 is not defined for storage location &4 in plant &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE037 - Item &1: Material &2 is not defined for storage location &4 in plant &3 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE037 indicates that a specific material is not defined for a particular storage location within a given plant. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management or logistics processes, particularly when trying to perform operations that involve materials and their storage locations.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Material Not Extended: The material has not been extended to the specified storage location in the plant.
  Incorrect Storage Location: The storage location specified may not be valid for the material in question.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Plant Configuration: The plant configuration may not include the storage location for the material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number.
  Check if the material is extended to the relevant plant and storage location. If not, you will need to extend the material.
  
  
  
  Extend Material to Storage Location:
  
  Use transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to extend the material to the required storage location.
  Ensure that you select the appropriate views (e.g., Plant Data/Storage) and enter the correct storage location.
  
  
  
  Verify Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the storage location you are trying to use is valid and active for the specified plant.
  You can check the storage location settings in transaction code OLC1 (Define Storage Locations).
  
  
  
  Check Plant Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the plant is correctly configured to use the specified storage location. This can be checked in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes or if the material should be available in that storage location, consult with your master data management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OLC1: Define Storage Locations
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Plant Data, Storage) are correctly maintained.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material is properly defined for the specified storage location in the plant.