How To Fix SD_MATDET_MSG018 - Originally requested material is required.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_MATDET_MSG - Message class for Material Determination maintenance

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Originally requested material is required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_MATDET_MSG018 - Originally requested material is required. ?

  The SAP error message SD_MATDET_MSG018 with the text "Originally requested material is required" typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when there is an issue with the material availability or the material requested in a sales order. This error indicates that the system cannot fulfill the sales order with the originally requested material, which may be due to various reasons such as stock shortages, material not being available in the required quantity, or issues with the material master data.
  Causes:
  
  Stock Shortage: The requested material is not available in the required quantity in the inventory.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not be set up correctly in the system, or it may be inactive or discontinued.
  Sales Order Configuration: The sales order may have been configured incorrectly, leading to a mismatch in the requested material.
  Batch Management: If batch management is enabled, the specific batch of the material may not be available.
  Delivery