How To Fix MY255 - Material & does not belong to material document & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MY - Messages for Balance Sheet Valuation(Low.Val.Det./LIFO/FIFO)

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Material & does not belong to material document & & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY255 - Material & does not belong to material document & & & ?

  The SAP error message MY255, which states "Material & does not belong to material document & & &," typically occurs during the processing of material documents, such as during goods movements or inventory management transactions. This error indicates that the specified material is not associated with the material document you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Document: The material document you are trying to reference does not include the specified material.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the material number or document number.
  Document Status: The material document may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., it may be archived or deleted).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the material document.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material management module or the specific transaction being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material and Document Numbers: Double-check the material number and the material document number for accuracy. Ensure that you are referencing the correct document.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) to check the status of the material document and confirm that it is valid and active.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material is correctly set up in the material master and is assigned to the appropriate plant and storage location.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and process the material document.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MB1C (Other Goods Receipts) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MY255 for any specific fixes or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on material management and goods movements for a better understanding of how material documents are processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MY255 error and implement a solution to resolve it.