How To Fix MU1008 - Data is not available to update or insert in the source list.

MU1008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU1 - Message class for changing source list for logist. product

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Data is not available to update or insert in the source list.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MU1008 - Data is not available to update or insert in the source list. ?

  The SAP error message MU1008 ("Data is not available to update or insert in the source list") typically occurs when there is an attempt to update or insert data into the source list for a material, but the required data is missing or not properly configured. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to maintain source lists for materials in the Material Management (MM) module.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material for which you are trying to update the source list may not exist in the material master.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The plant associated with the material may not be correctly assigned or may not exist.
  Source List Not Defined: The source list for the material may not be defined, or the relevant data may not be available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update or insert data in the source list.
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