How To Fix TXS_MESSAGES003 - Could not read material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TXS_MESSAGES - Tax Service Messages class

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Could not read material &

What causes this issue?

This material either does not exist in the <LS>General Material Data
</>(<NP>MARA</>) table or this material is locked by another process.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TXS_MESSAGES003 - Could not read material & ?

  The SAP error message TXS_MESSAGES003: "Could not read material &" typically indicates that the system is unable to retrieve information for a specific material number. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Found: The material number specified may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the material data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, such as missing entries in relevant tables.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a failure in retrieval.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material management module or related settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check the material number for accuracy. Ensure that it is entered correctly and exists in the system.
  Check Material Master: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to see if the material exists. If it does not, you may need to create it using MM01 (Create Material).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material data. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the material master data. You can use transaction codes like MM02 to make necessary corrections or updates.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to the error message TXS_MESSAGES003. There may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Roles: Review user roles and profiles to ensure that they are correctly set up for accessing material data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.