How To Fix QV219 - Material & does not exist (check your entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QV - QM usage decisions

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Material & does not exist (check your entry)

What causes this issue?

No master record could be found for this material.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry. Ensure that the appropriate master record is created
or select another material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QV219 - Material & does not exist (check your entry) ?

  The SAP error message QV219, which states "Material & does not exist (check your entry)," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a material that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various transactions related to materials, such as inventory management, production planning, or quality management.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number you entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system yet.
  Material Deactivation: The material could have been marked as inactive or deleted.
  Wrong Plant or Storage Location: The material might exist, but not in the specified plant or storage location.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems, there may be a delay or issue in data synchronization.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Number: Verify that the material number you entered is correct. Look for typos or incorrect characters.
  Material Creation: If the material does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., MM01 for material master creation).
  Check Status: Use transaction MM03 to check if the material exists and verify its status (active/inactive).
  Verify Plant/Storage Location: Ensure that you are referencing the correct plant and storage location where the material should exist.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary permissions to access the material. Contact your SAP administrator if needed.
  Data Consistency: If you suspect data synchronization issues, check with your IT department or SAP Basis team to ensure that all systems are in sync.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured and maintained in SAP can help prevent such errors.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Familiarize yourself with the roles and authorizations required to access material data in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.