How To Fix M7381 - Line with unique identification &1 does not exist

M7381 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 381

• Message text: Line with unique identification &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine the line with the unique identification
(field
<DS:DE.MB_LINE_ID>LINE_ID</>: Unique identification of document line)
<(>&<)>1.
This may occur when using a
<DS:GLOS.3526B543AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>BAPI</>
<ZH>BAPI_GOODSMVT_CREATE</> or the
<DS:GLOS.3526B20FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>function module</>
<ZH>MB_CREATE_GOODS_MOVEMENT</> to post a goods movement, if field
<DS:DE.MB_PARENT_ID>PARENT_ID</> (Identification of immediately
superior line) refers to a line that 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?

Correct the call of the BAPI or the function module to post a goods
movement.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7381 - Line with unique identification &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message M7381, which states "Line with unique identification &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of materials management or inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific line item or record that is expected to exist based on the unique identification provided.
  Causes:
  
  Data Entry Error: The unique identification number (e.g., a document number, item number, etc.) may have been entered incorrectly.
  Record Deletion: The record associated with the unique identification may have been deleted or not created due to a prior error.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise in a specific transaction where the expected data is not available, such as during goods movement, inventory counting, or when processing a purchase order.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant modules in SAP, leading to inconsistencies in data retrieval.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions