How To Fix L9038 - Material data not correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L9 - Function Modules

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Material data not correct

What causes this issue?

The system has found that the material data of the current item does
not correspond to the data in the transfer requirement item to be
cancelled.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L9038 - Material data not correct ?

  The SAP error message L9038, "Material data not correct," typically indicates that there is an issue with the material master data in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during inventory management, goods movements, or when processing sales orders. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The material master may be missing essential data fields, such as basic data, purchasing data, or sales data.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type assigned to the material may not be appropriate for the transaction being performed.
  Inactive Material: The material may be marked as inactive or obsolete in the system.
  Valuation Issues: There may be issues with the valuation class or the accounting data associated with the material.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material may not be set up correctly for the specific plant or storage location being used in the transaction.
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled, there may be issues with batch data or batch status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the data is accurate.
  
  Transaction Code: MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  Verify Material Type: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for the transaction. If necessary, change the material type or create a new material with the correct type.
  
  
  Activate Material: If the material is inactive, you may need to reactivate it. This can be done in the material master data maintenance.
  
  Transaction Code: MM02 (Change Material)
  
  
  
  Review Valuation Data: Check the valuation class and ensure that it is correctly set up in the material master. Make sure that the accounting data is also correct.
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location: Ensure that the material is correctly set up for the relevant plant and storage location. You may need to maintain the data for the specific plant.
  
  
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, check the batch status and ensure that the batch is available for the transaction.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or change material master data.
  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.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on material master data management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.