How To Fix 6P520 - No further materials selected


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

  • Message number: 520

  • Message text: No further materials selected

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P520 - No further materials selected ?

    The SAP error message 6P520: No further materials selected typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory processes, particularly when trying to perform actions such as creating a purchase order, sales order, or during inventory management tasks. This error indicates that the system could not find any materials that meet the selection criteria specified in the transaction.

    Causes:

    1. Selection Criteria: The criteria used to select materials may be too restrictive, resulting in no materials being found.
    2. Material Status: The materials you are trying to select may be blocked or inactive in the system.
    3. Plant/Storage Location: The specified plant or storage location may not have any materials available.
    4. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain materials.
    5. Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master records.

    Solutions:

    1. Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are not too restrictive. Adjust the filters to broaden the search.
    2. Check Material Status: Verify the status of the materials in the material master. Ensure that they are active and not blocked for the intended operations.
    3. Verify Plant/Storage Location: Ensure that the correct plant and storage location are specified and that they contain the materials you are trying to select.
    4. User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the materials. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
    5. Data Integrity: Check for any inconsistencies in the material master data. You may need to run reports or use transaction codes like MM03 to review the material details.
    6. Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific transaction codes or processes related to the error.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), or MIGO (Goods Movement) where this error might occur.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
    • Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP community forums for additional assistance.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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