How To Fix VMP_MSG036 - Material &2 is not linked to document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Material &2 is not linked to document &1

What causes this issue?

You are creating a planning scope alternative for a document that does
not have material as object link.

System Response

Link the material to the document

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG036 - Material &2 is not linked to document &1 ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG036 indicates that a specific material (denoted as &2) is not linked to a particular document (denoted as &1). This error typically arises in the context of document management or material management processes within SAP, particularly when trying to perform operations that require a valid link between a material and a document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Link: The material may not be properly linked to the document in the system. This could happen if the document was created without associating it with the material.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being referenced may not support the linking of the specified material.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the link.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or link the material to the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document and Material Link: Verify if the material is indeed linked to the document. You can do this by checking the document management settings or the material master data.
  Create or Update Link: If the link is missing, you may need to create or update the link between the material and the document. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction codes in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like CV01N for document creation).
  Review Document Type: Ensure that the document type you are using is appropriate for the material you are trying to link. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator to confirm the document type settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and link the material to the document. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  CV01N: Create Document
  CV02N: Change Document
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for more details on document management and material management processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.