How To Fix /NFM/MM201 - Transaction &: NF key missing

/NFM/MM201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /NFM/MM -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Transaction &: NF key missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /NFM/MM201 - Transaction &: NF key missing ?

  The SAP error message /NFM/MM201 Transaction &: NF key missing typically indicates that there is a missing or incorrect configuration related to the Non-Financial (NF) key in the system. This error often arises in the context of materials management or inventory management processes, particularly when trying to execute a transaction that requires a valid NF key.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing NF Key: The most common cause is that the NF key has not been defined in the system for the material or transaction you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The NF key may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant material or transaction type.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the system not being able to find the required NF key.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the NF key.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check NF Key Configuration:
  
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