How To Fix RU359 - Material &1 does not exist in order &2 with item &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RU - Messages for order completion confirmation

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Material &1 does not exist in order &2 with item &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RU359 - Material &1 does not exist in order &2 with item &3. ?

  The SAP error message RU359 indicates that a specific material (denoted as &1) does not exist in the specified order (denoted as &2) with the specified item (denoted as &3). This error typically occurs in the context of production orders, sales orders, or other order-related transactions where the system is trying to reference a material that is not recognized in the context of the specified order.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system or may not be active in the relevant plant or storage location.
  Incorrect Material Number: There may be a typo or error in the material number being referenced.
  Order Type Issues: The order type may not be configured to allow the use of the specified material.
  Material Status: The material may be blocked or inactive, preventing it from being used in the order.
  Missing Assignment: The material may not be assigned to the order item, which can happen if the order was created before the material was added to the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the order data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Existence: Check if the material exists in the system using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material).
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is active and not blocked for use in the relevant plant or storage location.
  Correct Material Number: Double-check the material number for any typographical errors.
  Review Order Configuration: Ensure that the order type allows for the use of the specified material.
  Reassign Material: If the material was added after the order was created, you may need to reassign it to the order item.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate any underlying data consistency issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  CO03: Display Production Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify materials and orders in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing materials and orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RU359 error and implement a solution to resolve it.