How To Fix WRF_PRC_POHF161 - Material missing or incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_POHF - Messages for Seasonal Purchase Order Processing

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Material missing or incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF161 - Material missing or incorrect ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF161 indicates that there is a problem with the material data in the context of a purchase order or a related process. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the required material or when the material data is incomplete or incorrect.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Found: The material number specified in the purchase order does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be compatible with the purchasing process.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the material (like purchasing info records, material master data, etc.) may be missing or incomplete.
  Inactive Material: The material may be marked as inactive or obsolete in the system.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material may not be available in the specified plant or storage location.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the material from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check if the material