How To Fix MW021 - Control data for transaction & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Control data for transaction & not found

What causes this issue?

No control data exists for the selected transaction.
The system determines control data from the Customizing settings:
Allocation rule processing transactions require an entry to exist in
the allocation rule transaction control table.
Allocation table processing transactions require an entry to exist in
the next screen processing table.

How to fix this error?

Find out the current transaction.
Depending on the transaction, proceed as follows:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

If you are processing an allocation rule, maintain the current
transaction code in <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0440>transaction control
</> in the allocation rule Customizing steps.
If you are processing an allocation table, the current transaction has
not been defined in the next screen processing table for the allocation
table. Please contact your system administrator.
Note for system administrators:
Compare the following table entries with those in the SAP client: T180,
T185, T185F, T185D, T185V, T185T, T185W.
In the Customizing menu, choose 'Tools -> Table analyses' and add any
missing entries.
If this does not solve the problem, contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW021 - Control data for transaction & not found ?

  The SAP error message MW021 ("Control data for transaction & not found") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material movements. This error indicates that the system cannot find the control data for a specific transaction type, which is necessary for processing the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Control Data: The control data for the specified transaction type is not maintained in the system. This could happen if the transaction type has not been configured properly.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to inventory management or material movements.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of configuration changes, the necessary control data may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for inventory management (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Inventory Management > Movement Types.
  Ensure that the control data for the specific movement type or transaction type is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Control Data:
  
  If the control data is missing, you may need to create or maintain it. This can involve defining the movement type, specifying the relevant parameters, and ensuring that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Double-check the transaction type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a recent transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the movement type or transaction type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Movement Types: Movement types in SAP define the type of stock movement (e.g., goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings) and are crucial for inventory management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Issue), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message MW021.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MW021 error in your SAP system.