How To Fix EDESK_CORE101 - Function not possible; no materials assigned to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDESK_CORE - Engineering Desktop: Central Functions

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Function not possible; no materials assigned to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_CORE101 - Function not possible; no materials assigned to &1 ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_CORE101 indicates that a function cannot be executed because there are no materials assigned to the specified object (denoted by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or similar modules where materials need to be linked to certain processes or objects.
  Cause:
  
  No Materials Assigned: The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to perform an operation (like creating a delivery, processing a warehouse task, etc.) on an object that does not have any materials assigned to it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent materials from being assigned correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that lead to the absence of materials.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object reference being used may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Assignment: Verify that the object you are working with has materials assigned to it. This can usually be done by checking the relevant transaction or master data.
  Assign Materials: If no materials are assigned, you will need to assign the appropriate materials to the object. This may involve creating or updating records in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system to ensure that materials can be assigned correctly. This may involve looking at warehouse settings, material master data, or other related configurations.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module you are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check material assignments, such as MM03 (Display Material), LT03 (Create Transfer Order), or VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the actions related to material assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.