How To Fix V1018 - Material & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Material & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1018 - Material & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message V1018 ("Material & does not exist") typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction involving a material that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen in various contexts, such as sales orders, inventory management, or production planning.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material has not been created in the system.
  Material Deletion: The material may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked for certain transactions.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specified plant or storage location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Creation: Verify if the material exists in the system by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material). If it does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction