How To Fix ME840 - Address '&1' in field T001W-ADRNR does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 840

• Message text: Address '&1' in field T001W-ADRNR does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME840 - Address '&1' in field T001W-ADRNR does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ME840 indicates that there is an issue with the address number (ADRNR) in the T001W table, which is related to the plant data in SAP. This error typically occurs when the system is trying to access or process a plant address that does not exist in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Address Record: The address number specified in the error message does not exist in the T001W table. This could be due to data entry errors, missing configuration, or deletion of the address record.
  Incorrect Plant Configuration: The plant may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of a corresponding address.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing or incorrect address records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Address Records:
  
  Go to transaction code SE16N or SE11 and check the T001W table for the address number mentioned in the error message.
  If the address does not exist, you will need to create a new address record.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Address:
  
  If the address is missing, you can create a new address record using transaction code OX10 (for plant maintenance) or OX19 (for address maintenance).
  Ensure that the address details are correctly filled out and saved.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Configuration:
  
  Check the plant configuration in transaction code SPRO under the relevant sections for plant setup.
  Ensure that the plant is correctly assigned to the company code and that all necessary details are filled out.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that all related data is correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for any specific configurations that may be required for your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE16N: Data Browser for table checks.
  OX10: Plant Maintenance.
  OX19: Address Maintenance.
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T001W: Plant Data for Company Code.
  ADRNR: Address Number field in the T001W table.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME840 error and ensure that the address information for the specified plant is correctly maintained in the SAP system.