How To Fix MW312 - Material status of material &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Material status of material &1 does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW312 - Material status of material &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MW312 indicates that the material status for a specific material (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when trying to perform operations related to a material that has not been properly defined or configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Defined: The material may not be defined in the system, or it may have been deleted.
  Missing Material Status: The material status assigned to the material does not exist in the system. This can happen if the status was deleted or if there was a configuration error.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not have been set up correctly, leading to missing or incorrect status information.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the material status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify that the material exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data.
  Review Material Status: If the material exists, check the material status assigned to it. You can do this in the material master data under the "Basic Data" or "Status" views.
  Define Material Status: If the material status does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done using transaction code OMSC (Define Material Status) to configure the necessary material statuses.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the material status is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing (SPRO) for material management.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the material status. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  OMSC: Define Material Status
  MM02: Change Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to material statuses.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations to ensure proper access to material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MW312 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.