How To Fix /VSO/M_MSG020 - Error while reading the material master (&1) for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /VSO/M_MSG -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Error while reading the material master (&1) for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /VSO/M_MSG020 - Error while reading the material master (&1) for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /VSO/M_MSG020 indicates that there was an error while reading the material master data for a specific material. The message typically includes placeholders for the material type and material number, which are represented by &1 and &2, respectively.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Found: The specified material number does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material master data.
  Data Corruption: There may be corruption in the material master data or related tables.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the material master or related modules.
  System Errors: Temporary system issues or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check if the material number provided in the error message is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material master.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material master data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the material master data. You can use transaction MM02 to try to change the material and see if any errors are reported.
  Check for System Issues: Look for any ongoing system issues or maintenance activities that might be affecting the database. You can check with your SAP Basis team.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to the material master in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, SD, etc.).
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or similar issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM01: Create Material Master
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material master data management for further insights into potential issues and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.