How To Fix MAT_MESSAGES011 - No description for material '&1'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: No description for material '&1'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES011 - No description for material '&1'. ?

  The SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES011 indicates that there is no description available for the specified material in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create, change, or display a material master record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Description: The material master record has been created, but the description field is empty or not filled in for the specific language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The user may be working in a language for which the material description has not been maintained.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, possibly due to incomplete data entry or issues during data migration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number and check if the description is filled in the relevant language.
  If the description is missing, you can add it in the appropriate field.
  
  
  
  Maintain Language-Specific Descriptions:
  
  Ensure that the material description is maintained for all relevant languages. You can do this in the Basic Data view of the material master.
  
  
  
  Review User Language Settings:
  
  Check the user’s language settings in their user profile. If the user is set to a language that does not have a description for the material, consider switching to a language that does have a description or maintaining the description in the required language.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the issue persists, consider running a consistency check on the material master data to identify any other potential issues.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material).
  Material Master Views: Basic Data, Sales Org Data, Purchasing Data, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Profile Settings: Transaction code SU01 can be used to check and modify user profiles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MAT_MESSAGES011 and ensure that the material descriptions are properly maintained in the system.