How To Fix MG514 - No entry in key field for consumption value for material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 514

• Message text: No entry in key field for consumption value for material &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG514 - No entry in key field for consumption value for material & ?

  The SAP error message MG514 ("No entry in key field for consumption value for material &") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material consumption processes. This error indicates that the system cannot find a corresponding entry for the specified material in the relevant database tables, which is necessary for processing consumption values.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The material master data for the specified material may not be fully maintained or may be missing entirely.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or the relevant movement types may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in the consumption value tables.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may not be appropriate for the material type or the current status of the material.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and verify that all necessary data is maintained for the material in question.
  Ensure that the material is active and has the correct views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Accounting) populated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the material type and movement types in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the consumption values are correctly configured for the material type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify any missing entries or inconsistencies.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform database checks.
  
  
  
  Correct Transaction Usage:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are using is appropriate for the material and its current status (e.g., stock levels, valuation type).
  If necessary, consult the documentation or help resources for the specific transaction.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the material and perform the required actions.
  If needed, consult with your security team to review and adjust user roles.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), and MB52 (List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on material management and consumption processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.