How To Fix /SPE/IM_MAT_VAL000 - Importing table IT_MBEW_KEY is in initial status

/SPE/IM_MAT_VAL000 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/IM_MAT_VAL -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Importing table IT_MBEW_KEY is in initial status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/IM_MAT_VAL000 - Importing table IT_MBEW_KEY is in initial status ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/IM_MAT_VAL000 Importing table IT_MBEW_KEY is in initial status typically occurs during the execution of a function module or a program that expects a table to be populated with data, but the table is empty (in initial status). This can happen in various contexts, such as during data import processes, batch jobs, or when calling specific function modules related to material valuation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty Table: The most common cause is that the importing table IT_MBEW_KEY has not been populated with any data before it is being used in the function module or program.
  Incorrect Data Flow: There may be an issue in the data flow where the data is not being correctly passed to the function module.
  Program Logic Error: There could be a logic error in the program that leads to the table not being filled as expected.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings in the system may prevent the correct data