How To Fix L4029 - Material & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L4 - LVS inventory

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Material & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L4029 - Material & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message L4029 ("Material & does not exist") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a material that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various transactions, such as creating a purchase order, sales order, or during inventory management processes.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for certain transactions.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be assigned to the specific plant or storage location you are trying to use.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the material was recently created or modified, there may be a delay in data synchronization.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists in the system.
  Verify that you are using the correct material number.
  
  
  
  Create Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is active and not blocked for the relevant transactions. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant/Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data under the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the material was recently created, wait a few moments and try again, or check with your system administrator to ensure that there are no data synchronization issues.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) are maintained for the material.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.