How To Fix SD_F2583_MSG016 - Material is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_F2583_MSG - Message Class for Manage Sales Item Proposals

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Material is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_F2583_MSG016 - Material is required ?

  The SAP error message SD_F2583_MSG016 indicates that a material is required for a specific process 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 Information: The material number may not be specified in the sales order or delivery document.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master data may not be fully maintained, leading to missing information.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require certain fields to be filled out, and these fields are not populated.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may have specific requirements that are not being met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sales Order/Delivery: Ensure that the material number is correctly entered in the sales order or delivery document. If it is missing, add the required material.
  Review Material Master Data: Go to the material master record and ensure that all necessary data is maintained, including basic data, sales data, and plant-specific data.
  Verify Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the required fields are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  Document Type Settings: Review the settings for the document type being used to ensure that it allows for the processing of the materials in question.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), or MM01 (Create Material) to access the relevant documents or master data.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal can provide additional documentation and troubleshooting steps related to Sales and Distribution errors.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify sales orders and material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the SD module for further assistance.