How To Fix WV291 - Material &1 does not exist in any season in year &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Material &1 does not exist in any season in year &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV291 - Material &1 does not exist in any season in year &2 ?

  The SAP error message WV291 indicates that a specific material (denoted as &1) does not exist in any season for the specified year (denoted as &2). This error typically arises in the context of seasonal materials, which are often used in industries like fashion, retail, or any sector where products are tied to specific seasons or collections.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created: The material may not have been created for the specified season and year in the system.
  Incorrect Season/Year: The user may be trying to access a material for a season or year that does not match the data in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries in the material master for the specified season/year.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for seasonal materials may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify if the material exists in the material master for the specified season and year. You can do this by navigating to the material master data and checking the relevant views.
  Create Missing Entries: If the material does not exist for the specified season/year, you may need to create it. This can involve:
  
  Creating a new material master record.
  Assigning it to the correct season and year.
  
  
  Review Input Data: Ensure that the input data (season and year) is correct. Double-check for any typos or incorrect values.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for seasonal materials are correctly defined.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create materials in the specified season/year.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM01 (Create Material), or MM02 (Change Material) to manage material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on managing seasonal materials and the relevant configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management.