How To Fix O3473 - Material document or year are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Material document or year are missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3473 - Material document or year are missing ?

  The SAP error message O3473, which states "Material document or year are missing," typically occurs when there is an attempt to access or process a material document in SAP, but the required information (either the material document number or the year) is not provided or is incorrect.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Input: The user may not have entered the material document number or the year in the relevant transaction.
  Incorrect Document Number: The material document number provided may not exist in the system or may have been entered incorrectly.
  Year Mismatch: The year specified may not correspond to the year in which the material document was created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the material document.
  Data Corruption: There may be issues with the database or data integrity that prevent the system from recognizing the document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the material document number and the year are correctly entered in the transaction. Verify that there are no leading or trailing spaces.
  Verify Document Existence: Use transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) to check if the material document exists in the system.
  Correct Year: Make sure that the year entered matches the year in which the material document was created. You can check the document's creation date in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the material document. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Database Integrity: If you suspect data corruption, consult with your SAP Basis team to perform a database check or repair.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB03 (Display Material Document), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), and MB1B (Transfer Posting) to navigate material documents effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material management and document processing for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the problem to your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.