How To Fix RDM_BBY151 - Material &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_BBY - Bonus Buy: Messages

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Material &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_BBY151 - Material &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RDM_BBY151, which states "Material &1 does not exist," 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, such as when creating a purchase order, sales order, or during inventory management.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Deleted: The material may have been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  Incorrect Plant/Storage Location: The material may exist, but not in the specified plant or storage location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the material not being available.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material exists in the system.
  Enter the material number and check if it is available in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number is entered correctly, without any typos or extra spaces.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  If the material was deleted, you can check the material master data for any deletion flags.
  
  
  
  Check Plant/Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the material is created for the specific plant or storage location you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Create Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If you suspect data synchronization issues or if the problem persists, consult your IT support team for further investigation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding the structure and data fields of the material master can help in troubleshooting issues related to materials.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.