How To Fix PIC01111 - Material & not found in plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Material & not found in plant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01111 - Material & not found in plant & ?

  The SAP error message PIC01111, which states "Material & not found in plant &," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified material in the designated plant during a transaction or process. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during inventory management, production planning, or when trying to create a purchase order.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant.
  Plant Not Assigned: The material exists, but it is not assigned to the specified plant.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Material Status: The material may be blocked or inactive in the specified plant.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material in that plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify if the material exists in the specified plant using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Create/Assign Material: If the material does not exist, create it in the specified plant using transaction code MM01 (Create Material). Ensure that the plant is included in the material master data.
  Verify Material Number: Double-check the material number for any typos or errors.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked or inactive. You can check this in the material master data.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material in the specified plant.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your IT support team to check for any data synchronization issues or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, and MMBE (Stock Overview) to manage material data effectively.
  Material Master Data: Understand the structure of material master data, including views related to plant-specific data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user documentation or training materials for 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.