How To Fix WRF_APC063 - Material type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Material type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC063 - Material type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRF_APC063: Material type &1 does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to process or reference a material type that is not defined or does not exist in the SAP system. The placeholder &1 will be replaced by the actual material type code that the system could not find.
  Material types in SAP define the attributes and behavior of materials (e.g., raw materials, finished products, semi-finished products). If a material type is missing or incorrectly specified in a transaction, master data, or configuration, this error will be triggered.
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  The material master record references a material type that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Custom programs or interfaces pass an invalid or non-existent material type.
  Configuration or customizing steps related to material types are incomplete or incorrect.
  Data migration or upload processes include material types that are not maintained in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Type Existence:
  
  Go to transaction OMS2 (Define Material Types).
  Verify if the material type mentioned in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, create the material type or correct the material master data or program to use an existing material type.
  
  
  
  Correct Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction MM03 to display the material master.
  Check the material type field and ensure it contains a valid material type.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Interfaces:
  
  If the error occurs during a custom program or interface run, check the code or data being passed.
  Ensure that the material type values are valid and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs during configuration or master data creation, verify that all required material types are properly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Data Migration:
  
  During data upload, validate the material types in the source data.
  Map or correct material types to existing ones in SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction OMS2: Used to define and maintain material types.
  Material Master (MM01/MM02/MM03): Material type is a key field.
  Material Type Table: T134 (Material Types)
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to material type errors if the problem persists.
  Authorization: Ensure the user has authorization to view or create material types.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRF_APC063 indicates that the system cannot find the specified material type. The fix involves verifying and correcting the material type in the system configuration, master data, or custom programs to ensure it exists and is valid.
  
  If you provide the exact material type code causing the error, I can help you with more specific guidance.