How To Fix REMPT196 - No previous material exists

REMPT196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REMPT - Message Class for REM Planning Table (Rel. 99)

• Message number: 196

• Message text: No previous material exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REMPT196 - No previous material exists ?

  The SAP error message REMPT196: No previous material exists typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning (PP) or Material Management (MM) modules. This error indicates that the system cannot find a previous material or a predecessor material that is required for a specific operation or process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Predecessor Material: The material you are trying to process does not have a predecessor defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the material or the production process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the predecessor.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the material master or production order.
  Material Status: The material might be in a status that prevents it from being used in the process.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be complete or may have been deleted or archived.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material you are trying