How To Fix SD_F2499_MSG004 - Material is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_F2499_MSG - F2499 Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Material is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_F2499_MSG004 - Material is required ?

  The SAP error message SD_F2499_MSG004 indicates that a material is required for a specific operation or transaction in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. This error typically arises when a sales order, delivery, or other related document is missing a required material specification.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Master Data: The material may not be defined in the system or may not be active.
  Incomplete Sales Order: The sales order may not have the necessary material line items filled in.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SD module that require a material to be specified.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require specific materials to be present, and if they are not, this error can occur.
  Missing Material in the Item Category: The item category in the sales order may not allow for the transaction to proceed without a material.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material exists in the system and is active. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Review Sales Order: Ensure that the sales order has the correct material line items. You can check this using transaction code VA03 to display the sales order.
  Item Category Configuration: Review the item category settings in the sales order to ensure that it is configured correctly to allow for the required materials.
  Document Type Settings: Check the configuration for the document type being used to ensure that it aligns with the requirements for materials.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  VOV4: Maintain Item Categories
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Sales and Distribution processes to understand the requirements for materials in sales orders and deliveries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.