How To Fix MU085 - Generic material &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU - Maintenance of structured materials

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Generic material &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Material &V1& should be listed as a superior
<DS:DE.WSTR_SATNR_PP>generic material</> for material &V2&. This is not,
however, possible as material &V1& does not exist.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_CHECK

Procedure for System Administrators

You have tried to post incorrect data. Contact SAP support or correct
the program logic, if the error has occurred in a customer-specific
program.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MU085 - Generic material &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MU085, which states "Generic material &1 does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to work with a generic material that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during inventory management, material master maintenance, or when processing transactions related to materials.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number you are trying to use may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Material Not Created: The generic material may not have been created in the system yet.
  Data Deletion: The material could have been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material types or the generic material settings in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Number: Double-check the material number you are using to ensure it is correct.
  Create Material: If the material does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., MM01 for creating a material).
  Check Deletion Flags: Use transaction MM03 to check if the material is marked for deletion. If it is, you may need to remove the deletion flag.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material. You may need to contact your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the generic material settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to materials.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material management and generic materials.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.