How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCC270 - Specified material does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCC -

• Message number: 270

• Message text: Specified material does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC270 - Specified material does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC270 Specified material does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system cannot find the specified material in the database. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system or may not exist in the relevant plant or storage location.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Deactivation: The material might have been deactivated or flagged for deletion in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between SAP ERP and SAP APO, leading to discrepancies in material availability.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material in the system.
  Incorrect Planning Area: The material may not be included in the planning area being used for the APO planning process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Existence: Check if the material exists in the relevant SAP system (e.g., SAP ERP) using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material).
  Check Material Number: Ensure that the material number is entered correctly, without any typos or formatting issues.
  Review Material Status: Confirm that the material is active and not flagged for deletion. You can check this in the material master data.
  Synchronize Data: If there are discrepancies, ensure that the data is synchronized between SAP ERP and SAP APO. This may involve running the relevant data transfer jobs or programs.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This may require coordination with the SAP security team.
  Review Planning Area Settings: Ensure that the material is included in the relevant planning area and that the planning area settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, MM01, and the APO-specific transactions for planning and data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for APO and material management to understand how materials are managed and synchronized between systems.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.