How To Fix PLM_SE_EAM_SC008 - Individual Material Type Code & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_SE_EAM_SC - Messages for PLM Services

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Individual Material Type Code & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_SE_EAM_SC008 - Individual Material Type Code & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PLM_SE_EAM_SC008 typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific material type code that is being referenced in a transaction or process. This error is often encountered in the context of Plant Maintenance (PM) or Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) modules when dealing with materials, equipment, or spare parts.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material Type: The material type code being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect entry.
  Configuration Issues: The material type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type Code: Verify that the material type code entered is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Material Type Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OMT0) and check if the material type exists and is active. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or reactivate it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material type. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: If the error occurred after a data migration, perform a consistency check on the material master data to ensure all necessary entries are present.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the material type and its configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMT0: Configure Material Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.