How To Fix O8520 - Material &1 not defined for plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O8 - IS-Oil: TD Transportation and Distribution

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Material &1 not defined for plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O8520 - Material &1 not defined for plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message O8520, which states "Material &1 not defined for plant &2," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation (such as a goods movement, inventory management, or production planning) involving a material that has not been defined or set up for a specific plant in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created for Plant: The material in question has not been created or extended for the specified plant.
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code you are using may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for the specified plant.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data that prevent it from being recognized for the specified plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number.
  Check if the material is defined for the specified plant in the "Plant Data / Storage" view.
  If the material is not defined for the plant, you will need to extend the material to the plant.
  
  
  
  Extend Material to Plant:
  
  Use transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to extend the material to the required plant.
  Ensure that you select the appropriate views (e.g., Basic Data, Plant Data, etc.) when extending the material.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Code:
  
  Double-check the plant code you are using in your transaction to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is not blocked or inactive for the specified plant. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the material setup or if there are any discrepancies, consult with your organization's master data management team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the necessary views are maintained for the material in the context of the plant (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, Accounting, etc.).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the O8520 error and ensure that the material is properly defined for the specified plant in SAP.