How To Fix MGVNUM018 - No material number with GUID &1 found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MGVNUM - Messages for material versions

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No material number with GUID &1 found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MGVNUM018 - No material number with GUID &1 found ?

  The SAP error message MGVNUM018 indicates that the system could not find a material number associated with the specified GUID (Globally Unique Identifier). This error typically occurs in scenarios involving material master data, especially when working with interfaces, data uploads, or when integrating with external systems.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material: The GUID provided does not correspond to any existing material in the SAP system. This could happen if the material was never created or if it was deleted.
  Data Transfer Issues: If you are importing or transferring data from an external system, there may be issues with the data mapping or the GUIDs being used.
  Incorrect GUID: The GUID might be incorrectly formatted or may have been mistyped.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the material associated with the GUID.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the GUID: Check the GUID provided in the error message to ensure it is correct and properly formatted.
  Check Material Existence: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to verify if the material exists in the system. You can also use the transaction SE16N to query the MARA table for the material number.
  Data Consistency: If the error occurs during data uploads or transfers, ensure that the data being sent is consistent and that the GUIDs match the materials in the SAP system.
  Check for Deletions: If the material was recently deleted, you may need to restore it or create a new material with the same details.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material data.
  Consult Documentation: If the error is occurring in a specific process (like an interface or a custom program), consult the relevant documentation or code to ensure that the GUIDs are being handled correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, MM01, and SE16N for material management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.