How To Fix V1474 - Material in item & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Material in item & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The material of this item does not exist.
This could be caused by one of the following reasons:
no master record for the material exists
the material is flagged for deletion
the material is not defined in this sales area.

How to fix this error?

Check these reasons.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1474 - Material in item & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message V1474 ("Material in item & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when you are trying to process a sales document (like a sales order or quotation) that references a material number that the system cannot find in the database. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material number you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Material Deactivated: The material exists but is inactive or has been marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Material Number: There may be a typo or formatting issue with the material number entered.
  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 use the material.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may not be allowed for sales transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify if the material number exists in the system using transaction code MM03 (Display Material). Ensure that you are checking the correct plant and storage location.
  Create Material: If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  Check Material Status: If the material exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or change its status.
  Verify Input: Double-check the material number for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and that it is available for sales.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material.
  Consult with Master Data Team: If you suspect that the material type is causing the issue, consult with your master data management team to ensure that the material type is set up correctly for sales transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM01: Create Material
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  VA02: Change Sales Order
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to materials.
  Sales Document Types: Different sales document types may have specific requirements for materials, so ensure that the material is compatible with the document type being used.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.