How To Fix M3420 - The configurable material does not exist

M3420 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 420

• Message text: The configurable material does not exist

What causes this issue?

The configurable material you have specified does not exist.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3420 - The configurable material does not exist ?

  The SAP error message M3420, "The configurable material does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) when a user attempts to create or process a configurable material that the system cannot find. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during sales order creation, production order creation, or when trying to access a configurable material in the system.
  Causes of Error M3420
  
  
  Material Not Created: The configurable material may not have been created in the system. This can happen if the material master record for the configurable material has not been set up correctly.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or may not exist in the system. This can occur due to typographical errors or using an outdated material number.
  
  
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for use. If the material status is set to inactive, it will not be available