How To Fix /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT021 - Product &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Product &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT021 - Product &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PI_APPL_REPORT021 Product &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a product (material) in the database. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Product Not Created: The product (material) has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Product Number: The product number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Product Not Active: The product exists but is not active or has been marked for deletion.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different SAP modules (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP EWM).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the product.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Product Creation:
  
  Verify if the product exists in the system by checking the material master data (transaction code MM03).
  If the product does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01.
  
  
  
  Verify Product Number:
  
  Double-check the product number for any typos or errors.
  Ensure that you are using the correct product number format.
  
  
  
  Check Product Status:
  
  If the product exists, check its status to ensure it is active and not marked for deletion.
  You can check the status in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you suspect data synchronization issues, ensure that the relevant data has been replicated correctly between SAP ERP and SAP EWM.
  You may need to run the relevant synchronization jobs or check the logs for errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the product.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  SE16: Data Browser (to view data in tables)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  MARA: General Material Data
  MARC: Plant Data for Material
  MAST: Material to BOM Link
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for more detailed information on product management and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.