How To Fix OB070 - System error: material & does not exist in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OB - IS-OIL Downstream TDP messages

• Message number: 070

• Message text: System error: material & does not exist in plant &

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB070 - System error: material & does not exist in plant & ?

  The SAP error message OB070, which states "System error: material & does not exist in plant &," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a material that the system cannot find in the specified plant. This can happen in various transactions, such as inventory management, production planning, or when creating purchase orders.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant.
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material might be blocked or inactive in the specified plant.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization if the material was recently created or modified.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material in the specified plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists in the specified plant.
  Ensure that you are entering the correct material number and plant code.
  
  
  
  Create Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, you can create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material). Make sure to select the appropriate views and plant during the creation process.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Code:
  
  Double-check the plant code you are using. Ensure it is correct and corresponds to the intended location.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Verify the status of the material in the plant. If it is blocked or inactive, you may need to change its status using transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the material was recently created, ensure that all relevant data has been synchronized across the system. Sometimes, it may take a moment for the system to update.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the material in the specified plant. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for material management and inventory processes for more detailed guidance on managing materials and plants.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.