How To Fix LF187 - Material &1 does not exist in plant &2 / storage location &3

LF187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Material &1 does not exist in plant &2 / storage location &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF187 - Material &1 does not exist in plant &2 / storage location &3 ?

  The SAP error message LF187 indicates that the specified material does not exist in the specified plant and storage location. This error typically occurs during inventory management processes, such as when trying to perform a goods movement, stock transfer, or when checking stock levels.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant or storage location.
  Incorrect Plant/Storage Location: The plant or storage location specified in the transaction may be incorrect.
  Material Status: The material might be blocked or inactive in the specified plant or storage location.
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the material master data, such as missing views or incomplete data.
  Data Synchronization: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be a delay or issue in data synchronization.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the specified plant and storage location.
  Ensure that the material is created and