How To Fix M3340 - Material & does not exist at group level

M3340 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Material & does not exist at group level

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a material with no data at group level.

How to fix this error?

Enter the data at group level.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

M3340 - Details

• The SAP error message M3340, which states "Material & does not exist at group level," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified material at the group level, which is often related to the material master data configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not be created or activated at the group level. This can happen if the material is only defined at the plant level and not at the higher organizational levels.
  Incorrect Material Group: The material might be assigned to a material group that does not exist or is not properly configured.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, such as missing entries or incorrect settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material at the group level.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material