How To Fix PPECSIM009 - The specified material-plant combination is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPECSIM - Messages in the Context of the Configuration Simulation

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The specified material-plant combination is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPECSIM009 - The specified material-plant combination is not available ?

  The SAP error message PPECSIM009, which states "The specified material-plant combination is not available," typically occurs in the context of production planning or material requirements planning (MRP) when the system cannot find the specified material for the given plant in the database. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the specified plant.
  Plant Not Assigned: The material may exist, but it is not assigned to the specified plant.
  Inactive Material: The material might be inactive or marked for deletion in the specified plant.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the material or plant may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material in the specified plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material exists in the material master for the specified plant. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material and check its plant-specific data.
  Create/Assign Material: If the material does not exist for the specified plant, you may need to create it or assign it to the plant using transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Check Status: Ensure that the material is active and not marked for deletion. You can check this in the material master data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the material and plant in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Data Consistency: If there are data synchronization issues, consider running consistency checks or reloading data if necessary.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material in the specified plant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MD04: Stock/Requirements List
  MD02: MRP Run
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on material management and production planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.