How To Fix WM604 - No matching material found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 604

• Message text: No matching material found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM604 - No matching material found ?

  The SAP error message WM604 ("No matching material found") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when the system is unable to find a material that matches the criteria specified in the transaction you are trying to execute. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during stock transfers, inventory counts, or when trying to create a transfer order.
  Causes of WM604 Error
  
  
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to work with may not exist in the system or may not be properly created in the relevant plant/storage location.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or may not match the expected format.
  
  
  Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specified storage location or warehouse.
  
  
  Inactive Material: The material might be inactive or blocked for certain transactions.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing views or incorrect settings.
  
  
  Warehouse Management Settings: The warehouse management settings may not be configured correctly for the material.
  
  
  Solutions to WM604 Error
  
  
  Verify Material Existence: Check if the material exists in the system by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to ensure it is created and active.
  
  
  Check Material Number: Ensure that the material number is entered correctly, including any leading zeros or special characters.
  
  
  Review Storage Location: Confirm that the material is available in the specified storage location. You can check this using transaction code MMBE (Stock Overview).
  
  
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked or inactive. You can check the status in the material master data.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that all necessary views (like Sales, Purchasing, and Warehouse Management) are maintained in the material master.
  
  
  Warehouse Management Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Warehouse Management module to ensure that the material is set up correctly for WM processes.
  
  
  Consult Logs: If the issue persists, check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material and perform the required operations.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, MMBE, and SLG1 for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the WM604 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Warehouse Management to understand the configuration and master data requirements.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Warehouse Management.