How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MAT021 - Material &1 created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MAT -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Material &1 created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT021 - Material &1 created ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MAT021 Material &1 created typically indicates that a material has been successfully created in the system. This message is not an error in the traditional sense but rather an informational message that confirms the successful creation of a material master record.
  Cause:
  
  The message is triggered when a new material is created in the SAP system, usually through transactions like MM01 (Create Material) or through a batch input or interface process.
  The &1 in the message will be replaced by the material number of the newly created material.
  
  Solution:
  Since this message indicates success rather than an error, there is no need for a solution in the traditional sense. However, if you are looking for confirmation or further actions after the material creation, consider the following:
  
  Verify Material Creation: Check the material master record using transaction MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that all required data has been entered correctly.
  Check Related Data: After creating a material, you may want to check related data such as:
  
  Purchasing information (using transaction ME13)
  Sales data (using transaction VD03)
  Accounting data (using transaction FS03)
  
  
  Post-Creation Activities: Depending on your business processes, you may need to perform additional steps such as:
  
  Assigning the material to a specific plant or storage location.
  Setting up purchasing info records or source lists.
  Creating BOMs (Bill of Materials) or routing if applicable.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Material Types: Understand the different material types (e.g., raw materials, finished goods) and their implications on the material master data.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and manage material master records.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data management.
  
  If you encounter any issues after this message or if the material does not appear as expected, you may need to investigate further into the data entered or any related configuration settings in the system.