How To Fix /PRA/SPF_STAT_VOL020 - & & required when & entered for material &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/SPF_STAT_VOL -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: & & required when & entered for material &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/SPF_STAT_VOL020 - & & required when & entered for material &. ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/SPF_STAT_VOL020 typically indicates that there is a problem related to the status of a material in the system, particularly in the context of the SAP Production Planning (PP) or SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) modules. The message suggests that a required field or status is missing or not set correctly when trying to process a material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Status: The material may not have the required status set in the system, which is necessary for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the material master data or in the related settings for the specific module you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the material status.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material, such as missing entries in related tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in the material master (transaction code MM03). Ensure that all required statuses are set correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the relevant module (PP, PM, etc.) to ensure that they are correctly set up to handle the material.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the material.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the material data to identify and correct any inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.