How To Fix J3RF_SHELF_LIFE103 - Material & is not available in MARA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RF_SHELF_LIFE - Splitting Terms of Payment by Shelf Life

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Material & is not available in MARA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RF_SHELF_LIFE103 - Material & is not available in MARA ?

  The SAP error message J3RF_SHELF_LIFE103 indicates that a material is not available in the MARA table, which is the general data table for materials in SAP. This error typically arises when trying to access or process a material that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Deletion: The material may have been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization if the material was recently created or modified.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Creation:
  
  Verify if the material exists in the MARA table. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to check if the material is listed.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number you are using is correct. Check for any typos or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Check Deletion Status:
  
  If the material was previously created, check if it has been marked for deletion. You can do this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Create the Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code MM01. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the material was recently created, ensure that the data has been properly synchronized across all relevant systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MARA Table: This table contains general data for materials, including material type, industry sector, and basic data.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials that an organization procures, produces, and sells.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.