How To Fix M3305 - The material & does not exist or is not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 305

• Message text: The material & does not exist or is not activated

What causes this issue?

You wanted to display or process data on the material &V1&. However,
the material does not yet exist; that is, it has not yet been created,
or its creation has been scheduled, but the material has not yet been
activated.

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?

Check and correct your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3305 - The material & does not exist or is not activated ?

  The SAP error message M3305, which states "The material & does not exist or is not activated," typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified material in the database or that the material is not activated for the relevant plant or storage location.
  Causes of Error M3305
  
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system. This can happen if the material master record was never set up.
  
  
  Material Not Activated: The material exists in the system but is not activated for the specific plant or storage location. This can occur if the material is marked as inactive or if it has not been extended to the relevant organizational units.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or may contain typographical errors.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in related tables.
  
  
  Solutions to Error M3305
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists in the system.
  Verify that the material number is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Activate Material:
  
  If the material exists but is not activated, you may need to extend the material to the relevant plant or storage location using transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Ensure that the material is set to active status.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate any potential data consistency issues or system errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M3305 error and implement the appropriate solution.