How To Fix SLS_TEMPLATE013 - Item &1: Material &2 is not defined for sales area &3, language &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_TEMPLATE - Messages for sales template

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Item &1: Material &2 is not defined for sales area &3, language &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE013 - Item &1: Material &2 is not defined for sales area &3, language &4 ?

  The SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE013 indicates that a specific material is not defined for a particular sales area in the system. This error typically arises when trying to process sales documents (like sales orders or quotations) for a material that has not been set up correctly in the relevant sales area.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Defined for Sales Area: The material specified in the error message is not assigned to the sales area (which consists of the sales organization, distribution channel, and division) mentioned in the error.
  Missing Data: The material master data may be incomplete or not maintained for the specific sales area.
  Incorrect Sales Area: The sales area being used in the transaction may not be the correct one for the material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number.
  Check if the material is defined for the relevant sales area. You can do this by navigating to the Sales Organization Data view.
  If the material is not defined for the sales area, you will need to create or update the material master data.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Material for Sales Area:
  
  If the material is not defined for the sales area, use transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to add the necessary sales area data.
  Ensure that you fill in the required fields, including sales organization, distribution channel, and division.
  
  
  
  Check Sales Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the sales area itself is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under Sales and Distribution (SD) to ensure that the sales organization, distribution channel, and division are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the material is not blocked for sales or has any other restrictions that might prevent it from being sold in the specified sales area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes or if the issue persists, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  VK11: Create Pricing Condition
  VK12: Change Pricing Condition
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the Sales Organization Data view is maintained for the material.
  Sales Area: A sales area is defined by a combination of sales organization, distribution channel, and division. Make sure you are using the correct combination in your sales documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLS_TEMPLATE013 error and ensure that the material is properly defined for the sales area in question.