How To Fix M8003 - Material & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Material & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have entered a material for which no master record has yet been
created in the system.

How to fix this error?

Change the material number.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8003 - Material & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message M8003, which states "Material & does not exist," typically occurs when you attempt to perform an operation involving a material that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various transactions, such as creating a purchase order, sales order, or inventory management activities.
  Causes of Error M8003
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for use in certain transactions.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be assigned to the specific plant or storage location you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the material.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be a delay or issue in data synchronization.
  
  Solutions to Error M8003
  
  
  Check Material Creation:
  
  Verify if the material has been created in the system using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  If it does not exist, create the material using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number for any typos or errors.
  Ensure you are using the correct format (e.g., leading zeros).
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to check if the material is active and not blocked for the relevant transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Plant/Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material. Contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like an ERP or CRM), check for any synchronization issues. You may need to wait for the data to sync or troubleshoot the integration.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Change Documents
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.