How To Fix IH174 - No lines containing assigned material were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 174

• Message text: No lines containing assigned material were selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH174 - No lines containing assigned material were selected ?

  The SAP error message IH174 "No lines containing assigned material were selected" typically occurs in the context of inventory management or production planning when the system is unable to find any materials that meet the selection criteria for a specific operation, such as a transfer, production order, or inventory count.
  Causes:
  
  Material Not Assigned: The material you are trying to process is not assigned to the relevant document or operation.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any existing records. This could be due to incorrect filters or parameters.
  Document Status: The document you are trying to work with may be in a status that does not allow for the selection of materials.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that prevent the system from recognizing the material.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the materials.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Assignment: Ensure that the material is correctly assigned to the relevant document or operation. You can do this by reviewing the material master data and the specific transaction you are working with.
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you are using. Make sure that they are set correctly and that they correspond to the materials you expect to see.
  Document Status: Verify the status of the document you are working with. If it is not in a status that allows for material selection, you may need to change its status or complete previous steps.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant master data and transactional data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select the materials in question. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust the permissions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using various transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), or CO01 (Create Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Support may have published specific notes that address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, PP) for additional troubleshooting steps and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.