How To Fix MM268 - The material status & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 268

• Message text: The material status & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM268 - The material status & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM268 ("The material status & does not exist") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a material that has a material status that is not defined in the system. This can happen in various transactions, such as when creating or changing material master records, or during inventory management processes.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Material Status: The material status you are trying to use is not defined in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the status may not have been created in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material status may not have been properly configured in the system settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as using an incorrect status code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the material status you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Define Material Status: If the material status does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the configuration settings in SAP.
  Going to the path: Logistics > Material Master > Basic Settings > Material Status.
  Here, you can define new material statuses as needed.
  
  
  Use Existing Status: If you find that the status you are trying to use is incorrect, switch to a valid material status that is already defined in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify material statuses.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to work with material master records.
  Material Status Functionality: Material statuses are used to control various functions in the material master, such as whether a material can be procured, sold, or used in production.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material statuses and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.