How To Fix WU653 - Material & & was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Material & & was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU653 - Material & & was not found ?

  The SAP error message WU653 indicates that a specific material (represented by "Material & &") was not found in the system. This error typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to access or process a material that does not exist in the database or is not properly defined.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Material Deletion: The material may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the material.
  
  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) to check if the material exists.
  Verify Material Number: Ensure that the material number is entered correctly. Check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Deletion Status: If the material was deleted, check if it can be restored or if a new material needs to be created.
  Data Synchronization: If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like an ERP or a third-party application), ensure that data synchronization is functioning correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the material. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for material management to understand how materials are created and managed in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WU653 error and implement a solution.