How To Fix M8059 - Enter material and plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Enter material and plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8059 - Enter material and plant ?

  The SAP error message M8059 "Enter material and plant" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action related to materials (such as creating a purchase order, sales order, or inventory management transaction) without specifying the required material number and plant code. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in Materials Management (MM) and Production Planning (PP).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not entered a material number or plant code in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Screen Navigation: The user may have navigated to a screen that requires these inputs but did not fill them in.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, there may be configuration settings that require certain fields to be filled out that are not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Material and Plant: The immediate solution is to ensure that both the material number and the plant code are entered in the appropriate fields before proceeding with the transaction.
  Check Input Fields: Verify that you are on the correct screen and that you are filling in all mandatory fields. Look for any asterisks (*) that indicate required fields.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the material and plant data.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct material number or plant code, refer to your organization's material master data or consult with a colleague or supervisor.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check with your SAP administrator or support team to ensure that the system configuration is correct and that there are no underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master: Ensure that the material you are trying to use is created and active in the system. You can check this in the Material Master (transaction code MM03).
  Plant Data: Verify that the plant you are trying to use is valid and active. You can check this in the Plant Master (transaction code OX10).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate to the correct screens, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), or MD01 (MRP Run).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.