How To Fix PPETICMP010 - Header material &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPETICMP - Messages of Tabular Maintenance (CMP)

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Header material &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPETICMP010 - Header material &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPETICMP010 indicates that the header material specified in a production order or related document does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with production orders, bills of materials (BOMs), or routing.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The header material (the main product or item) has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for use in production.
  Plant-Specific Data: The material may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location being referenced.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing views or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the system. Enter the material number and verify its status.
  
  
  
  Create Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01. Ensure that all necessary views (basic data, sales, purchasing, etc.) are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Double-check the material number for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct number.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is not blocked or marked as inactive. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Plant-Specific Data:
  
  Verify that the material is set up for the specific plant you are working with. You can check this in the material master data under the plant-specific views.
  
  
  
  Review BOM and Routing:
  
  If the error occurs while processing a production order, ensure that the BOM and routing associated with the header material are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  CS03: Display BOM
  CO03: Display Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on material master data, production orders, and BOMs for more detailed information on how to manage materials in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.