How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT020 - Material id &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Material id &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT020 - Material id &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT020 Material id &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a material ID that is being referenced in a process or transaction. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material ID referenced may not have been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material ID: The material ID may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch.
  Material Deactivation: The material could be inactive or marked for deletion in the system.
  Master Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with the synchronization of material master data between different systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP EWM).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material ID: Check the material ID for any typographical errors. Ensure that the ID is