How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_PDF021 - Cannot print the material (PURCHTXT)

MDG_BS_MAT_PDF021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_PDF - Messages PDF Printing Class

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Cannot print the material (PURCHTXT)

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MDG_BS_MAT_PDF021 - Details

• The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_PDF021 indicates that there is an issue with printing the material due to missing or incomplete purchasing text (PURCHTXT) in the material master data. This error typically arises in the context of Material Data Governance (MDG) when trying to print or generate documents related to materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchasing Text: The purchasing text (PURCHTXT) for the material is not maintained in the material master data.
  Incomplete Data: The material master may not have all the required fields filled out, leading to issues when attempting to print.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the print layout or the output type that is being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing text or to print the material.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the purchasing view and ensure that the purchasing text is filled out correctly.
  If