How To Fix M4009 - Program terminated at READ: MAPR & & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M4 - Logistics Controlling: Forecast Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Program terminated at READ: MAPR & & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M4009 - Program terminated at READ: MAPR & & not found ?

  The SAP error message M4009, which states "Program terminated at READ: MAPR & & not found," typically indicates that the system is trying to read a material master record or a related data structure that does not exist or cannot be found. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during material movements, inventory management, or when accessing material-related data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material Master Record: The material number being referenced does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material master data.
  Program or Configuration Errors: There could be issues in the custom program or configuration that is trying to access the material data.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, some objects may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify that the material number exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material is present.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the material master data. You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to see if the data can be accessed or modified.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material master data. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check).
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program to identify where the error is occurring and why the material is not being found.
  Check Custom Code: If the error occurs in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling material master data.
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for debugging.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for M4009 in the SAP Support Portal.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.