How To Fix MG039 - MARA must be specified for the origin type defined

MG039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 039

• Message text: MARA must be specified for the origin type defined

What causes this issue?

This program error should not occur.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG039 - MARA must be specified for the origin type defined ?

  The SAP error message MG039, which states "MARA must be specified for the origin type defined," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system expects a material master record (MARA) to be specified for a particular origin type, but it is not found or not properly defined.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material master record (MARA) for the specified material does not exist or is not properly maintained.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the origin type in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the required material master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the origin type, which can lead to this error.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise during specific transactions where the system expects a material to be linked to a certain origin