How To Fix VK056 - Material & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VK - Pflege und Bearbeitung von Konditionen

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Material & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VK056 - Material & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VK056, which states "Material & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of pricing or sales order processing when the system cannot find the specified material in the database. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system. This can happen if the material master record has not been set up properly.
  Material Deactivated: The material might exist but could be inactive or marked for deletion in the material master.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  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.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the material master data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Existence: Verify if the material exists in the system by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to check the material master.
  Verify Material Status: Ensure that the material is active and not marked for deletion. You can check this in the material master data.
  Correct Material Number: Double-check the material number for any typos or errors. Ensure that the correct number is being used in the transaction.
  Check Plant/Storage Location: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. You can check this in the material master data.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material. This may require checking with the system administrator.
  Data Consistency Check: If there are data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to resolve any underlying database issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  VK11: Create Condition
  VK12: Change Condition
  VK13: Display Condition
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (Basic Data, Sales Org Data, Plant Data, etc.) are properly maintained for the material.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material master data and pricing procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.