How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE097 - Item &1: Plant &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Item &1: Plant &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE097 - Item &1: Plant &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE097 indicates that there is an issue with a specific item in the system, where the plant associated with that item does not exist in the database. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where plant and item data are crucial for planning and execution processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code specified for the item does not match any existing plant in the system.
  Data Deletion: The plant may have been deleted or deactivated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the plant from being recognized.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the item may not be correctly maintained, leading to a mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Plant Existence:
  
  Check if the plant code (Plant &2 in the error message) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., OX10 for plant maintenance) and searching for the plant.
  
  
  
  Check Item Master Data:
  
  Review the item master data to ensure that the plant is correctly assigned. You can use transactions like MM03 (Display Material) to check the material's details.
  
  
  
  Correct the Plant Code:
  
  If the plant code is incorrect, update the item or transaction to use the correct plant code.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Activate Plant:
  
  If the plant has been deleted or deactivated, you may need to recreate it or activate it again, depending on your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to investigate further, especially if there are configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, OX10, MD04, and MDM for material and plant management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to master data management and plant maintenance for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.