How To Fix MK036 - Material &1 for unit of measure &2 and GTIN &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MK - Mass Handling in the Material Master

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Material &1 for unit of measure &2 and GTIN &3 does not exist

What causes this issue?

During the import of GTIN data from a file/from the clipboard, article
number &V1& was read for unit of measure &V2& and GTIN &V3&. However,
the article number does not yet exist in the system.

System Response

The relevant data line was flagged as having errors.

How to fix this error?

You can correct this error only by adjusting the data in your input
file/in the clipboard.

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 MK036 - Material &1 for unit of measure &2 and GTIN &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MK036 indicates that there is an issue with the material master data related to a specific unit of measure (UoM) and Global Trade Item Number (GTIN). The error message typically appears when you are trying to perform an operation that requires the material to be defined with the specified UoM and GTIN, but the system cannot find the relevant data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material with the specified GTIN and UoM has not been created or is not properly maintained in the system.
  Incorrect UoM or GTIN: The UoM or GTIN being used in the transaction does not match any existing entries in the material master.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, such as missing entries in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing).
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize the GTIN or UoM for the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number.
  Check the Basic Data view and ensure that the UoM and GTIN are correctly maintained.
  If the material does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction MM01 (Create Material).
  
  
  
  Verify UoM and GTIN:
  
  Ensure that the UoM and GTIN you are using in your transaction are correct and match the entries in the material master.
  If necessary, update the material master to include the correct UoM and GTIN.
  
  
  
  Maintain UoM Conversion:
  
  If you are using multiple UoMs, ensure that the conversion factors are correctly defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the system is set up to handle GTINs and UoMs correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling material master data and GTINs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) are maintained for the material.
  GTIN Management: Understand how GTINs are managed in your organization and ensure compliance with any relevant standards or regulations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.