How To Fix SLS_TEMPLATE032 - Item &1: Plant &2 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_TEMPLATE - Messages for sales template

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Item &1: Plant &2 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE032 - Item &1: Plant &2 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE032 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a plant in the system. Specifically, the error message states that "Item &1: Plant &2 is not defined," where &1 represents the item number and &2 represents the plant code.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Plant Not Defined: The specified plant (Plant &2) is not defined in the system for the relevant configuration or master data.
  Missing Master Data: The material master data for the specified plant is incomplete or not maintained.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the sales document or item may not be correctly set up to include the specified plant.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues that resulted in missing plant definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Plant Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (Customizing) and navigate to the relevant area to check if the plant is defined.
  Ensure that the plant is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to check the material master data for the specified item and plant.
  Ensure that the material is defined for the specified plant and that all necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, MRP) are maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the sales document type being used. Ensure that the plant is included in the allowed plants for that document type.
  Use transaction code OVAK to review the sales document types and their settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Migration Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, verify that all necessary data was migrated correctly, including plant definitions and material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  MM02: Change Material Master
  OVAK: Sales Document Types
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and plant configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit plant and material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE032.