How To Fix LB811 - Material not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LB - Logistics: Batch - Management

• Message number: 811

• Message text: Material not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LB811 - Material not found ?

  The SAP error message LB811 ("Material not found") typically occurs when the system is unable to locate a specific material in the database during various transactions, such as inventory management, production planning, or sales order processing. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system.
  Material Deletion: The material might have been marked for deletion or deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Material Status: The material could be in a status that prevents it from being used (e.g., blocked or inactive).
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specified plant or storage location.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing views or incomplete data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Existence: Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to verify if the material exists in the system. Ensure that you are using the correct material number.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not marked for deletion or blocked. 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.
  Create Material: If the material does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  Check for Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the material master data to ensure that all required views are maintained.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and MMBE (Stock Overview).
  Material Master Views: Understand the different views of the material master (Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, Accounting, etc.) and ensure they are properly maintained.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and manage material data in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LB811 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.