How To Fix /PLMI/BO_RCP004 - New status cannot be set because a material could not be found in plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_RCP -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: New status cannot be set because a material could not be found in plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP004 - New status cannot be set because a material could not be found in plant ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP004 indicates that a new status cannot be set for a business object because a material could not be found in the specified plant. This error typically arises in the context of logistics or production planning when the system is unable to locate the material in the designated plant for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant.
  Plant Assignment: The material exists, but it is not assigned to the plant in question.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that prevents it from being processed (e.g., blocked for procurement).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the material in that plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the specified plant.
  If it does not exist, create the material using transaction code MM01.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant. This can be checked in the material master data.
  If the material is not assigned, you can assign it using transaction code MM01 or MM02.
  
  
  
  Review Material Status:
  
  Check if the material is blocked or has any restrictions that prevent it from being processed.
  If necessary, change the status using transaction code MM02.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like MM02 to make necessary corrections.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the material in the specified plant.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.