How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER184 - Order &1, item &2, schedule line &3: component &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Order &1, item &2, schedule line &3: component &4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER184 - Order &1, item &2, schedule line &3: component &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER184 indicates that there is an issue with a specific order, item, and schedule line in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. The error specifically states that a component referenced in the order does not exist in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Component: The component specified in the error message (component &4) is not defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The component not being created in the material master.
  The component being deleted or marked as inactive.
  A mismatch in the configuration or data entry.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Order Data: The order or item may have been created with incorrect or incomplete data, leading to references to non-existent components.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like ERP), there may be synchronization issues where the component exists in one system but not in another.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Component Existence:
  
  Verify if the component (material) exists in the system by checking the material master (transaction code MM03).
  Ensure that the component is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Order Details:
  
  Check the order details for the specific order number (&1), item number (&2), and schedule line number (&3) to ensure that all data is correctly entered.
  Look for any discrepancies in the order that might lead to referencing a non-existent component.
  
  
  
  Update or Create Component:
  
  If the component does not exist, create it in the material master.
  If it exists but is inactive, reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If the system is integrated with other systems, ensure that data is consistent across all systems. This may involve checking interfaces or middleware that synchronize data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides related to the specific SCM processes you are using.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  CO03 (Display Production Order)
  /SCMB/ORDER (SCM Order Management)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the components and orders in question.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.