How To Fix FRE851 - Selected Articles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRE - F&R CON R/3 - Messages

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Selected Articles

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRE851 - Selected Articles ?

  The SAP error message FRE851 typically relates to issues in the SAP system concerning the selection of articles in the context of the SAP Fashion Management or Retail modules. This error can occur during various processes, such as when trying to create or modify a sales order, purchase order, or during inventory management.
  Cause:
  The FRE851 error message usually indicates that there is a problem with the selected articles, which could be due to several reasons, including:
  
  Article Not Found: The article you are trying to select does not exist in the system.
  Inactive Article: The article may be inactive or not available for the current transaction.
  Incorrect Article Data: There may be missing or incorrect data related to the article, such as pricing, availability, or classification.
  Selection Criteria Issues: The criteria used to select articles may not match any existing articles in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FRE851 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Article Existence: Check if the article exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or using the article master data in the relevant module.
  
  
  Check Article Status: Ensure that the article is active and available for the transaction you are trying to perform. You may need to activate the article or check its status in the system.
  
  
  Review Article Data: Look for any missing or incorrect data related to the article. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including pricing, availability, and classification.
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are using specific selection criteria to filter articles, review and adjust these criteria to ensure they match the articles you want to select.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the FRE851 error in your particular context.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or VA01 (Create Sales Order) to navigate and check article details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FRE851 error.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify the articles in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FRE851 error in your SAP system.