How To Fix KN093 - Material $ is not a configured material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KN - Reporting for Costing

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Material $ is not a configured material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KN093 - Material $ is not a configured material ?

  The SAP error message KN093, which states "Material $ is not a configured material," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a material that has not been properly set up or configured in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during sales order processing, inventory management, or when creating purchase orders.
  Causes of Error KN093
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Material Not Configured: The material exists, but it has not been configured correctly for the specific use case (e.g., sales, purchasing).
  Material Type Issues: The material type may not be appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Master Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to the material, such as sales views, purchasing views, or plant data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material.
  
  Solutions to Error KN093
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the system. If it does not exist, you will need to create it using MM01.
  
  
  
  Configure Material:
  
  If the material exists but is not configured, ensure that all necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing) are maintained. You can do this in MM02.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type:
  
  Ensure that the material type is appropriate for the transaction. You can check the material type in the material master record.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that all required master data is complete and accurate. This includes checking the sales organization data, plant data, and any other relevant views.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the material. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the error and its resolution.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KN093 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.