How To Fix ME034 - Plant & not created for material & (please check your input)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Plant & not created for material & (please check your input)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME034 - Plant & not created for material & (please check your input) ?

  The SAP error message ME034 ("Plant & not created for material & (please check your input)") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction related to a material that has not been assigned to a specific plant in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a purchase order, a material master record, or during inventory management activities.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Extended to Plant: The material you are trying to use has not been extended to the specified plant. In SAP, materials need to be created or extended for each plant where they will be used.
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code you are entering may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Material Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incomplete information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number.
  Check if the material is extended to the relevant plant. If not, you will need to extend the material to the plant.
  
  
  
  Extend Material to Plant:
  
  Use transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to extend the material to the required plant.
  Ensure that you select the appropriate views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, MRP) and enter the necessary information for the plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Code:
  
  Double-check the plant code you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  You can use transaction code OX10 (Define Plants) to view the list of plants in your system.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the material master data for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the steps or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OX10: Define Plants
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views for the material are maintained for the plant, such as Purchasing, Sales, and MRP views.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME034 error and successfully work with the material in the specified plant.