How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG022 - Product &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Product &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG022 - Product &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG022 Product &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system cannot find a product (material) that is being referenced in a transaction or process. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Product: The product (material) you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the product code or the product not being created in the system.
  Incorrect Product Type: The product might not be of the correct type or category that is expected in the context of the transaction.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the product was recently created or modified, there might be a delay in data synchronization across different modules or systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the product.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Product Existence:
  
  Check if the product exists in the system by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to see if the product is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the product is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Check Product Code:
  
  Ensure that the product code entered is correct and does not contain any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Review Product Type:
  
  Confirm that the product type is appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform. For example, ensure that it is a stock material if that is what is required.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the product was recently created, wait for a few moments and try again, or check if there are any background jobs that need to be executed to synchronize data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the product. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and any specific configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing product data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.