How To Fix M3031 - Material & in plant & not handled successfully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Material & in plant & not handled successfully

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3031 - Material & in plant & not handled successfully ?

  The SAP error message M3031 ("Material & in plant & not handled successfully") typically indicates that there is an issue with the material master data or the configuration related to the specific material in the specified plant. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during goods movements, inventory management, or when trying to perform transactions involving the material.
  Causes:
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not be properly set up in the system for the specified plant. This includes missing or incorrect data in the material master record.
  Plant-Specific Data: The material may not be extended to the specified plant, meaning that the material is not defined for that particular plant in the system.
  Status of Material: The material might be blocked or marked for deletion, which can prevent transactions from being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the material from being handled correctly in the specified plant.
  Stock Levels: The material may not have any stock available in the specified plant, leading to issues when trying to perform certain transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify that the material is correctly set up for the specified plant.
  Ensure that all necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, Accounting) are maintained.
  
  
  
  Extend Material to Plant:
  
  If the material is not extended to the plant, you can extend it using transaction code MM01. Make sure to select the appropriate views and enter the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Review Material Status:
  
  Check if the material is blocked or marked for deletion. You can do this in the material master record. If it is blocked, you may need to unblock it.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Levels:
  
  Use transaction code MMBE to check the stock levels of the material in the specified plant. If there is no stock, you may need to perform a goods receipt or other relevant transactions to create stock.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the material type, plant settings, and other relevant configurations are correct.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the error logs or messages in the system for more detailed information about the error. This can provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for material management and material master data management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.