How To Fix M3409 - Company code & for material & not maintained


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: M3 - Material Master

  • Message number: 409

  • Message text: Company code & for material & not maintained

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have called up material &V2&, but the material master record does
    not exist for company code &V1&.

    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?

    INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
    INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_FALSCH
    If your entry is correct, create the material master record for company
    code &V1&.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3409 - Company code & for material & not maintained ?

    The SAP error message M3409 typically indicates that there is a missing configuration for a specific company code and material combination. This error often arises in the context of inventory management, material master data, or when trying to perform transactions related to materials that are not properly set up in the system.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Material Master Data: The material in question may not have been created or maintained for the specified company code.
    2. Company Code Configuration: The company code may not be properly configured to handle the material type or may not be assigned to the material.
    3. Plant Assignment: The material may not be assigned to the relevant plant that is linked to the company code.
    4. Valuation Area Issues: The valuation area for the material may not match the company code, leading to discrepancies.

    Solution:

    1. Check Material Master Data:

      • Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check if the material exists for the specified company code.
      • If it does not exist, create the material for the relevant company code using Transaction Code: MM01.
    2. Maintain Company Code Data:

      • Ensure that the company code is properly set up in the material master. You can do this by navigating to the Accounting view of the material master and checking the company code data.
    3. Verify Plant Assignment:

      • Check if the material is assigned to the correct plant that is linked to the company code. You can do this in the Material Master under the Plant data.
    4. Check Valuation Area:

      • Ensure that the valuation area is correctly defined. If the valuation area is set to "Plant," make sure the material is assigned to the correct plant that corresponds to the company code.
    5. Review Configuration Settings:

      • If you have access, review the configuration settings in SPRO (Transaction Code: SPRO) to ensure that the company code and material type settings are correctly defined.
    6. Consult Documentation:

      • If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), SPRO (Customizing).
    • Material Types: Different material types may have different requirements for configuration and master data.
    • User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M3409 error and ensure that the material is properly maintained for the specified company code.

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