How To Fix MFLE_TOOLS047 - Material ID could not be determined for table &1, field &2 and value &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MFLE_TOOLS - Msg Type for MFLE_TOOLS

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Material ID could not be determined for table &1, field &2 and value &3.

What causes this issue?

Material ID not found

System Response

Material ID could not be determined therefore no further processing
possible.

How to fix this error?

Please check the correctness of the concatenation contained in the
current value.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MFLE_TOOLS047 - Material ID could not be determined for table &1, field &2 and value &3. ?

  The SAP error message MFLE_TOOLS047 indicates that the system is unable to determine a Material ID for a specific table, field, and value combination. This error typically arises in the context of material management or inventory processes, where the system expects to find a valid material ID based on the provided parameters but fails to do so.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material ID may not exist in the material master data for the specified table and field.
  Incorrect Field/Value: The field or value provided may be incorrect or not properly formatted, leading to the inability to find a corresponding material ID.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the database that prevent the system from retrieving the material ID.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the expected data structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material ID exists in the material master. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material is correctly set up.
  Validate Input Parameters: Ensure that the table name, field name, and value you are using are correct. Double-check for typos or incorrect values.
  Review Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the database to identify any issues. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team for this.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material data. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to material management to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, you can debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and error handling for additional insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with SAP experts for further assistance.