How To Fix SD426 - Component & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 426

• Message text: Component & & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Component &V2& of the product &V1& is not in the system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD426 - Component & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SD426 ("Component & & does not exist") typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when the system is unable to find a specific component or item that is referenced in a sales document, such as a sales order or delivery. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing master data, or incorrect references in the document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material or component referenced in the sales document may not exist in the system or may not be properly configured.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category used in the sales document may not be set up correctly to allow for the component.
  Missing Configuration: If the component is part of a configurable product, the configuration may not be set up correctly.
  Inactive or Deleted Components: The component may have been marked as inactive or deleted in the system.
  Incorrect Sales Document Type: The sales document type may not be configured to handle the specific component.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material or component exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Review Item Category: Ensure that the item category used in the sales document is appropriate for the component. You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Validate Configuration: If the component is part of a configurable product, ensure that the configuration profile is correctly set up and that all required characteristics are defined.
  Check Status of Component: Make sure that the component is active and not marked for deletion. You can check this in the material master data.
  Examine Sales Document Type: Ensure that the sales document type is configured to allow the inclusion of the component. This can also be checked in the configuration settings.
  Consult with Technical Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical team or support for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Sales and Distribution configuration for more insights into item categories and sales document types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SD426 error and implement a solution to resolve it.