How To Fix UPO_MIG143 - Medium Not found for the material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPO_MIG - Message Class for PRA->UOM Migration

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Medium Not found for the material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPO_MIG143 - Medium Not found for the material &1 ?

  The SAP error message UPO_MIG143 "Medium Not found for the material &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning (PP) or similar modules when the system is unable to find a specific medium (such as a resource, material, or configuration) associated with the material number provided in the error message.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Medium Configuration: The medium (e.g., a specific resource or configuration) required for the material is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be properly set up, leading to missing links to the required medium.
  Data Migration Issues: If this error occurs during a data migration process, it may indicate that the migration did not include all necessary configurations or that there are inconsistencies in the data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the medium or related data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03) and verify that the material in question has all necessary data filled out, including the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.).
  Ensure that the medium is correctly assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Define Medium:
  
  If the medium is missing, you may need to create or define it in the system. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., PP, PM).
  Use transaction codes like OPL8 (for defining production resources/tools) or similar, depending on the context of the medium.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the medium in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) for the relevant module.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error arises during a data migration process, review the migration logs and ensure that all necessary data was migrated correctly. You may need to re-run the migration for the missing data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the medium and related data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), OPL8 (Define Production Resources/Tools), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for UPO_MIG143 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and production planning for best practices in setting up materials and their associated resources.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.