How To Fix M7010 - Enter a material document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Enter a material document

What causes this issue?

Specification of a <GL:material_document>material document</> is
mandatory.

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?

Enter the number of a material document.
If you do not know the number, you can <DS:TRAN.MB51>display</>
the list of material documents for the material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7010 - Enter a material document ?

  The SAP error message M7010, which states "Enter a material document," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action related to material management (such as posting goods movements) without providing a valid material document number. This error can arise in various transactions, such as goods receipt, goods issue, or transfer postings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Document: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a material document number where it is required.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may require a material document number, but the user is in a context where it is not applicable.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly skipped the field or entered an incorrect value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Valid Material Document: Ensure that you are entering a valid material document number in the appropriate field. If you are unsure of the document number, you can search for it using the relevant transaction codes (e.g., MB03 for display material documents).
  
  
  Check Transaction Context: Verify that you are in the correct transaction that requires a material document. If you are in a transaction that does not require it, you may need to navigate to the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  Review User Input: Double-check your input for any typographical errors or omissions. Ensure that you are following the correct format for the material document number.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after verifying the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB01: Goods Movement
  MB03: Display Material Document
  MIGO: Goods Movement (for various types of goods movements)
  
  
  
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on material management processes and error messages.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are adequately trained on the material management processes and the importance of entering the correct document numbers.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7010 error and continue with your material management tasks in SAP.