How To Fix SLS_TEMPLATE035 - Item &1: Material &2 is not defined in plant &3, country &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_TEMPLATE - Messages for sales template

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Item &1: Material &2 is not defined in plant &3, country &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE035 - Item &1: Material &2 is not defined in plant &3, country &4 ?

  The SAP error message SLS_TEMPLATE035 indicates that there is an issue with a specific item in a sales document. The message states that the material specified (Material &2) is not defined in the specified plant (Plant &3) and country (Country &4). This typically occurs during sales order processing, delivery, or other logistics-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Defined in Plant: The material you are trying to use is not set up in the specified plant. This could be due to the material not being created for that plant or not being activated for sales.
  Country-Specific Settings: The material may not be defined for the specific country, which can happen if the material is restricted to certain regions or if there are country-specific configurations that have not been set up.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing views or incorrect settings in the material master for the specified plant and country.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and check if the material exists for the specified plant.
  Ensure that the relevant views (Sales Organization, Plant, etc.) are maintained for the material in the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Create/Extend Material:
  
  If the material does not exist in the specified plant, you may need to create it or extend it to the plant using transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Ensure that the necessary sales views are maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Country Configuration:
  
  Verify that the plant is correctly configured in the system and that it is assigned to the correct country.
  Check if there are any country-specific settings that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Organization Data:
  
  Ensure that the sales organization is correctly set up for the material and that it is assigned to the relevant distribution channels.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your master data management team or SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the following views are maintained for the material:
  
  Basic Data
  Sales Organization Data
  Plant Data
  Accounting Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLS_TEMPLATE035 error and ensure that the material is properly defined for the specified plant and country.