How To Fix QA202 - Material & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QA - QM : Inspection lots

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Material & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QA202 - Material & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message QA202 ("Material & does not exist") typically occurs in the Quality Management (QM) module when you are trying to perform an action related to a material that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during inspection lot processing, quality notifications, or when trying to access material master data.
  Causes of QA202 Error
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Material Deletion: The material may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the material.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not exist in the specified plant or storage location.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the material not being available.
  
  Solutions to QA202 Error
  
  
  Verify Material Existence:
  
  Check if the material exists in the system by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to see if you can find the material number.
  
  
  
  Check Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number is entered correctly. Look for any typos or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Check Deletion Flags:
  
  If the material was previously created, check if it has been marked for deletion. You can do this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Check Plant/Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like an external ERP or a legacy system), ensure that data synchronization is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM01 (Create Material), and QA32 (Display Inspection Lots).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Quality Management to understand how materials are managed within the QM module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the QA202 error and implement the appropriate solution.