How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MAT003 - Enter a material

/PLMI/BO_MAT003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MAT -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Enter a material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT003 - Enter a material ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT003 Enter a material typically occurs in the context of the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a material number, but none has been provided. This error indicates that the system expects a material number to be entered in the relevant field.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The most common cause is that the user has not entered a material number in the required field.
  Incorrect Field Focus: The user may be in the wrong field or screen where the material number is expected.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or oversight in entering the material number.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the system configuration may require certain fields to be filled out that are not being addressed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Material Number: Ensure that you enter a valid material number in the appropriate field. This is the most straightforward solution.
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