How To Fix VL412 - Material & does not exist in storage location & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 412

• Message text: Material & does not exist in storage location & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL412 - Material & does not exist in storage location & & ?

  The SAP error message VL412 indicates that the specified material does not exist in the specified storage location. This error typically occurs during processes such as goods movement, stock transfer, or when trying to perform inventory management tasks.
  Causes of VL412 Error
  
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system or may not be activated for the specific plant/storage location.
  
  
  Incorrect Storage Location: The storage location specified in the transaction may be incorrect or may not be assigned to the material.
  
  
  Material Status: The material might be blocked or inactive, preventing it from being used in transactions.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or storage location data.
  
  
  Stock Levels: There may be no stock available for the material in the specified storage location.
  
  
  Solutions to VL412 Error
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the system.
  Ensure that the material is created for the correct plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Verify Storage Location:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the storage location is correctly assigned to the material.
  Ensure that the storage location is active and available for use.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is not blocked or inactive. You can check this in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Review Stock Levels:
  
  Use transaction code MB52 or MMBE to check if there is stock available for the material in the specified storage location.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If there are inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to resolve any underlying data issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the error and potential fixes.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MB52: List Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material and storage location.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management.