How To Fix MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT044 - Material &1 is not found in plant &2


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT - Message class for Engineering Snapshots

  • Message number: 044

  • Message text: Material &1 is not found in plant &2

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT044 - Material &1 is not found in plant &2 ?

    The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT044 indicates that a specific material (denoted as &1) is not found in the specified plant (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs in the context of planning or production processes within SAP, particularly when trying to access or manipulate data related to materials in a specific plant.

    Causes:

    1. Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant. Each material must be defined for each plant where it is used.
    2. Incorrect Plant Assignment: The material may exist, but it is not assigned to the specified plant.
    3. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master.
    4. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material in the specified plant.
    5. Inactive Material: The material might be marked as inactive or obsolete in the specified plant.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Material Master: Verify if the material exists in the material master for the specified plant. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and entering the material number and plant.
    2. Create Material: If the material does not exist, you may need to create it for the specified plant using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
    3. Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant. This can be checked in the material master data under the plant-specific views.
    4. Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material in the specified plant. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
    5. Check Status: Verify if the material is active and not marked for deletion or inactive in the specified plant.
    6. Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the material master data.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • MM01: Create Material
      • MM02: Change Material
      • MM03: Display Material
      • MMBE: Stock Overview
      • MMR1: Material Master Record
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for material management and planning processes for more detailed guidance.

    If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management.

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