How To Fix W_MD012 - Errors in material master data: MARA not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_MD - Message Class for Merchandise Distribution

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Errors in material master data: MARA not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_MD012 - Errors in material master data: MARA not found ?

  The SAP error message W_MD012 indicates that there are errors in the material master data, specifically that the material master record (MARA table) cannot be found. This error typically arises during processes that require access to material master data, such as inventory management, purchasing, or production planning.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Deletion: The material may have been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material master data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data transport that could lead to missing records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Creation: Verify if the material has been created in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and entering the material number.
  Verify Material Number: Ensure that the material number you are using is correct. Check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Deletion Flags: If the material was previously created, check if it has been marked for deletion. You can do this in the material master record.
  User 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: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying database issues.
  Recreate Material: If the material does not exist and is needed, you may need to create it using transaction code MM01 (Create Material).
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMR1: Material Master Record Overview
  
  
  Tables:
  
  MARA: General Material Data
  MAST: Material to BOM Link
  MARC: Plant Data for Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to material master data errors.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.