How To Fix LF787 - Material &1 does not exist in whse &2 / storage loc. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LF - Mobile Computing in Warehouse Logistics

• Message number: 787

• Message text: Material &1 does not exist in whse &2 / storage loc. &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LF787 - Material &1 does not exist in whse &2 / storage loc. &3 ?

  The SAP error message LF787 indicates that the specified material does not exist in the given warehouse and storage location. This error typically occurs during inventory management processes, such as stock transfers, goods movements, or when trying to perform operations that require the material to be present in the specified location.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system for the specified warehouse and storage location.
  Incorrect Warehouse/Storage Location: The warehouse or storage location specified in the transaction may be incorrect.
  Material Deactivation: The material might have been deactivated or marked for deletion in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization if the system is integrated with other systems or if recent changes have not been updated properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material in the specified location.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material exists in the material master (transaction code MM03) and is set up for the specified warehouse and storage location.
  Verify Warehouse and Storage Location: Ensure that the warehouse number and storage location are correct in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Check Material Status: Confirm that the material is active and not marked for deletion. You can check this in the material master data.
  Update Data: If the material was recently created or modified, ensure that all relevant data has been updated and synchronized across the system.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material in the specified warehouse and storage location.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for inventory management and material master data management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LF787 error and implement the appropriate solution.