How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MAT012 - Material &1 is not linked to revision level &2; no display possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MAT -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Material &1 is not linked to revision level &2; no display possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT012 - Material &1 is not linked to revision level &2; no display possible ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT012 Material &1 is not linked to revision level &2; no display possible typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Material Management (MM) modules. This error indicates that the specified material (denoted by &1) is not associated with the specified revision level (denoted by &2), which prevents the system from displaying the material's details.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Linkage: The material may not have been assigned to the specified revision level in the system. This can happen if the material was created without a revision level or if the revision level was not properly maintained.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong material number or revision level is being referenced.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing links in the data.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow for the material to be linked to the specified revision level.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material and Revision Level: Verify that the material number and revision level are correct. Ensure that you are using the correct identifiers.
  Link Material to Revision Level:
  
  Go to the material master record in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Work Scheduling) and check if the revision level is assigned.
  If not, you may need to create a new revision level or link the existing material to the appropriate revision level.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master and link it to the revision level.
  Use transaction code C202 to manage the revision levels if applicable.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material management and revision levels for specific instructions on how to manage these settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the material and its revision levels.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Revision Levels: In SAP, revision levels are used to manage different versions of materials, especially in industries where product changes are frequent.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it is crucial for various processes including procurement, production, and inventory management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material is properly linked to the required revision level.