How To Fix W_003 - Data of header material &1 could not be read

W_003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_ - Upload CRM -> R3 BOMs / Structured Materials

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Data of header material &1 could not be read

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the attempt to read the data of the header
material &V1&. The material possibly doesn't exist.

System Response

A BOM cannot be created or changed for the material.

How to fix this error?

Check if the material exists.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_003 - Data of header material &1 could not be read ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_003 Data of header material &1 could not be read
  
  
  Cause:
  This warning message indicates that the system was unable to read the data for the specified header material (material number &1) during a process such as creating or processing a document (e.g., sales order, delivery, production order, etc.). The reasons for this could include:
  
  The material master record for the specified material does not exist or is incomplete.
  The material master data is locked or currently being updated by another process.
  The material is flagged as deleted or blocked in the system.
  Authorization issues preventing the user or system from reading the material data.
  Inconsistent or missing data in the material master tables.
  Technical issues such as database inconsistencies or transport errors.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this warning, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction MM03 to display the material master record for the material number