How To Fix 06179 - Select at least one of: 'assigned to account' or 'stock material'

06179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Select at least one of: 'assigned to account' or 'stock material'

How to fix this error?

Select one or both of the fields "With account assignment" and "Stock
material".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06179 - Select at least one of: 'assigned to account' or 'stock material' ?

  The SAP error message 06179, which states "Select at least one of: 'assigned to account' or 'stock material'," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management processes. This error indicates that the system requires the user to specify at least one of the two options: either an account assignment or a stock material.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The transaction you are trying to execute requires an account assignment (e.g., a cost center, internal order, or project) but none has been provided.
  Missing Stock Material: Alternatively, the transaction may require a stock material to be specified, but none has been selected.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the material or the transaction type may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked selecting the necessary options in the transaction screen.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Account Assignment: Ensure that you select an appropriate account assignment if the transaction requires it.