How To Fix PK211 - Kanban container with ID number &1 does not exist

PK211 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Kanban container with ID number &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have entered an ID number for a kanban container either manually or
using a bar code. However, this kanban container does not exist.
Either the number you entered is incorrect, or the kanban container has
been deleted in the meantime.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please check the data.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK211 - Kanban container with ID number &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PK211 indicates that a Kanban container with the specified ID number does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Kanban processing within SAP's production planning and control module.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Kanban Container: The most straightforward cause is that the Kanban container ID you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The ID number may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to find the corresponding Kanban container.
  Data Deletion: The Kanban container may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for current operations.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Kanban system, such as incorrect settings or missing master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the Kanban Container ID: Double-check the ID number you are using to ensure it is correct. Look for any typographical errors.
  Check for Existence: Use transaction codes like PK13N (Display