How To Fix M3590 - Specify the reference material

M3590 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 590

• Message text: Specify the reference material

What causes this issue?

You have not specified the material number of the reference on the
initial screen for creating a batch.

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?

If the system is to take a reference into account, you must specify the
corresponding reference material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

M3590 - Details

• The SAP error message M3590, which states "Specify the reference material," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory processes. This error indicates that the system requires a reference material to be specified for a particular operation, such as creating a material document, performing a goods movement, or executing a production order.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Reference Material: The user did not specify a reference material in the transaction where it is required.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to handle the specific transaction or process that requires a reference material.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the reference material or entered it incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M3590 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered all required fields correctly, especially the reference material field. If you are unsure what the reference material should be, consult