How To Fix OD571 - Material &1 was not recognized by search - check the mat. master(MARA).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OD - IS-Oil: TSW Traders' and Schedulers' Workbench messages

• Message number: 571

• Message text: Material &1 was not recognized by search - check the mat. master(MARA).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OD571 - Material &1 was not recognized by search - check the mat. master(MARA). ?

  The SAP error message OD571 indicates that the system could not recognize the specified material (denoted as &1) during a search operation. This typically occurs when the material is not properly defined in the Material Master (MARA table) or when there are issues with the material's status or data.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be flagged as inactive or blocked in the Material Master.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the Material Master records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the material.
  Plant-Specific Data: The material may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify if the material exists in the Material Master by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and entering the material number.
  Verify Material Number: Ensure that the material number is entered correctly without any typos.
  Check Material Status: Review the material's status in the Material Master. If it is inactive or blocked, you may need to reactivate it.
  Review Data: Check for any missing or inconsistent data in the Material Master records. Ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Plant and Storage Location: Confirm that the material is defined for the relevant plant and storage location. If not, you may need to create or extend the material for those specific areas.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MM04: Display Material Changes
  
  
  Tables:
  
  MARA: General Material Data
  MAST: Material to BOM Link
  MARC: Plant Data for Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.