How To Fix MDQ_DATA_IMPORT041 - Product &1 does not exist in the system. Data import not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDQ_DATA_IMPORT -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Product &1 does not exist in the system. Data import not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDQ_DATA_IMPORT041 - Product &1 does not exist in the system. Data import not possible. ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_DATA_IMPORT041 indicates that the system is unable to find a specific product (denoted as &1) during a data import process. This typically occurs in the context of Master Data Management or when working with Product Master data in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Product Not Created: The product you are trying to import does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the product ID or the product not being created in the system prior to the import.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source from which you are importing may not have the correct or complete product information.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with how the data is mapped in the import file, leading to the system not recognizing the product.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to access the product data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Product Existence: Check if the product exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM03 for Material Master) and searching for the product ID.
  Create the Product: If the product does not exist, you will need to create it in the system before attempting the import again.
  Check Import File: Review the import file for any errors, such as incorrect product IDs or formatting issues. Ensure that the product IDs match those in the SAP system.
  Data Mapping: Ensure that the data mapping in your import process is correctly set up to match the fields in the SAP system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations to access and modify product data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing product data.
  Data Import Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or SAP Data Services, ensure that the configuration is correct.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Master Data Management and data import processes for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully import the product data into the SAP system.