How To Fix REMPT197 - No following material exists

REMPT197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 197

• Message text: No following material exists

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REMPT197 - Details

• The SAP error message REMPT197: No following material exists typically occurs in the context of production planning or material requirements planning (MRP) when the system is unable to find a specific material that is required for a process or operation. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of production orders, when trying to allocate materials, or when executing MRP runs.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material in question may not have been created in the system.
  Material Deactivation: The material might be inactive or marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Material Number: There could be a typo or incorrect material number being referenced.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data (like BOM, routing, etc.) for the material may not be set up correctly.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specified plant or storage location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the