How To Fix L6055 - Material type & does not exist (view selection); (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L6 - LVS Link R/2 - ECC

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Material type & does not exist (view selection); (&)

What causes this issue?

In the R/2 System, you have created a material with a
<GL:material_type>material type</> that does not exist in a
configuration table in the ERP System.

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrator
In the configuration table for material types in the ERP System, enter a
new entry for the missing R/2 material type that caused this error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L6055 - Material type & does not exist (view selection); (&) ?

  The SAP error message L6055, which states "Material type & does not exist (view selection); (&)," typically occurs when you are trying to access or create a material in SAP, and the specified material type is not recognized by the system. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified material type.
  Configuration Issues: The material type may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the material type entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Type:
  
  Verify that the material type you are trying to use is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can check this in the SAP transaction code OMS2 (Material Types).
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Material Type:
  
  If the material type does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code OMS2. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to do this.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the material type. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the configuration for the material type in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Logistics -> Material Master -> Basic Settings -> Material Types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material types to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMS2: Maintain Material Types
  
  
  
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP. It is essential to ensure that the material types are correctly set up for effective material management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.