How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF053 - Entry &1: Separation material &2 doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Entry &1: Separation material &2 doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF053 - Entry &1: Separation material &2 doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF053 indicates that there is an issue with a separation material in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the error message states that the separation material referenced does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material: The separation material (identified by &2 in the error message) has not been created or does not exist in the material master.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP SCM).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material) and check if the separation material exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction MM01 (Create Material).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number provided in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If you are working in a distributed environment, ensure that the material data is consistent across all systems. You may need to run data synchronization jobs or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for additional context or specific troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, and SCMB related transactions.
  Material Master Data: Understand the structure and importance of material master data in SAP SCM and how it impacts planning and execution processes.
  Error Handling: Learn about general error handling practices in SAP, including how to interpret error messages and troubleshoot issues effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.