How To Fix V1349 - System error: The higher-level item & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 349

• Message text: System error: The higher-level item & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1349 - System error: The higher-level item & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message V1349, which states "System error: The higher-level item & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when there is an issue with the hierarchy of items in a sales order, delivery, or other related documents. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a higher-level item (such as a parent item in a bill of materials or a sales order) that does not exist in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Higher-Level Item: The higher-level item that is being referenced in the document does not exist in the system. This could be due to data entry errors or missing master data.
  Incorrect Item Hierarchy: The item hierarchy may not be correctly defined, leading to references to non-existent items.
  Data Deletion: The higher-level item may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of item categories or the way items are structured in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Item Existence: Verify that the higher-level item exists in the system. You can do this by checking the material master or sales order details.
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master Display) or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to check the item.
  
  
  
  Review Item Hierarchy: Ensure that the item hierarchy is correctly defined. If you are working with a bill of materials (BOM), check that the BOM is correctly set up and that all components are valid.
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to review the BOM structure.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the data. This can help identify if there are any missing links in the item hierarchy.
  
  
  Recreate Missing Items: If the higher-level item is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it in the system. Ensure that all necessary data is entered correctly.
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT department or SAP support for further investigation. They can help analyze logs and system settings to identify the root cause.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), VA03 (Display Sales Order), MM01 (Create Material), and MM02 (Change Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to item hierarchy, sales order processing, and material management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the V1349 error in your SAP system.