How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT213 - Unknown reference product &1 for packaging in product &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Unknown reference product &1 for packaging in product &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT213 - Unknown reference product &1 for packaging in product &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT213 Unknown reference product &1 for packaging in product &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the packaging configuration of a product. This error indicates that the system cannot find the reference product specified in the packaging instructions for the given product.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Product: The reference product specified in the packaging configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect data entry or the product not being created in the system.
  Incorrect Packaging Configuration: The packaging configuration may be set up incorrectly, leading to a reference to a non-existent product.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data has been recently changed or migrated, there may be synchronization issues between different systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP APO).
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the reference product.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reference Product: Verify that the reference product (indicated by &1 in the error message) exists in the system. You can do this by checking the product master data in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction /SAPAPO/MAT1).
  Review Packaging Configuration: Go to the packaging configuration for the product (indicated by &2) and ensure that the reference product is correctly specified. You can check this in the packaging specification or in the product master data.
  Create Missing Product: If the reference product does not exist, you may need to create it in the system. Ensure that all necessary attributes and data are filled out correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: If there have been recent changes or migrations, perform a data consistency check to ensure that all relevant data is synchronized across systems.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the reference product. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master data and /SAPAPO/PKG1 for packaging specifications.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on packaging and product master data management in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SAPAPO/MAT213.