How To Fix MPL019 - &1 &2 does not contain a part number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPL - Adapter for iPPE Workbench

• Message number: 019

• Message text: &1 &2 does not contain a part number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPL019 - &1 &2 does not contain a part number ?

  The SAP error message MPL019 indicates that a specific material or item (identified by &1 and &2 placeholders) does not contain a part number. This error typically arises in the context of material management, production planning, or logistics when the system expects a part number to be associated with a material but cannot find it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Part Number: The most straightforward cause is that the material master record for the specified item does not have a part number assigned.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be configured to require a part number.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the part number.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to handle part numbers for certain materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the material master record for the specified item (transaction code MM03).
  Verify if the part number field is populated. If it is empty, you will need to enter the correct part number.
  
  
  
  Update Material Master:
  
  If the part number is missing, you can update the material master record (transaction code MM02) to include the part number.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the material type in the system to ensure that it is set up to require a part number if that is the business requirement.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement data validation checks to ensure that part numbers are entered for all relevant materials during the creation or modification of material master records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines within your organization regarding the management of part numbers in SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM01 (Create Material).
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales) are correctly maintained.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary permissions to view and edit material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to MPL019 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MPL019 error and ensure that the relevant materials have the necessary part numbers associated with them.