How To Fix PLM_FOX_OBJ004 - Material '&1' not available

PLM_FOX_OBJ004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_FOX_OBJ - Message from development class PLM_FOX_OBJ

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Material '&1' not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_FOX_OBJ004 - Material '&1' not available ?

  The SAP error message PLM_FOX_OBJ004, which states "Material '&1' not available," typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or manipulate a material that is not available in the system. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system or may not exist in the specified plant or storage location.
  Material Status: The material could be in a status that prevents it from being used (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specific plant or storage location you are trying to access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate the material.
  Data Synchronization: If the system is integrated with other systems (like an external ERP), there may be synchronization