How To Fix M3313 - Reference material not yet maintained for this transaction/event

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Reference material not yet maintained for this transaction/event

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a reference material whose data has not yet been
created for this transaction/event.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_FALSCH
If your entry is correct, you must create the master record accordingly
before you can use the material as a reference.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3313 - Reference material not yet maintained for this transaction/event ?

  The SAP error message M3313, which states "Reference material not yet maintained for this transaction/event," typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a reference material for a specific transaction or event, which is necessary for processing the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Material: The primary cause of this error is that the reference material (which could be a material master record or a related configuration) has not been set up or maintained in the system for the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the material management settings that prevents the system from recognizing the reference material.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are trying to execute may not be correctly linked to the reference material in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Reference Material:
  
  Go to the material master data in SAP and ensure that the reference material is created and maintained correctly.
  Use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to check and update the material master data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Material Management (MM) module to ensure that the reference material is correctly defined for the transaction type you are using.
  You may need to consult with your SAP MM configuration team to verify that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is correctly linked to the reference material. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., OMBT for inventory management).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are trying to execute. This may provide insights into what reference materials are required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03 (Display Material), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to manage material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.