How To Fix MM312 - The basic material & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 312

• Message text: The basic material & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have entered the basic material &V1&. However, it is not known by
the system.

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?

You have the following options:
Enter a basic material that exists in the system.
Ask your system administrator to include this basic material in the
table of basic materials (table TWSPR).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM312 - The basic material & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM312 indicates that the basic material specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with material master data.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The basic material has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for use.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location you are trying to use.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the material not being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the system. Enter the material number and see if it can be retrieved.
  
  
  
  Create Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, you can create it using transaction code MM01. Ensure you have the necessary data to create the material master record.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number for any typographical errors. Ensure you are using the correct number format.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is not blocked or inactive. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Plant/Storage Location:
  
  Verify that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like an external ERP), ensure that the data is synchronized properly. You may need to check with your IT department or system administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Change Documents
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify material master data.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.