How To Fix MW005 - Alloc rule type & not found


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

  • Message number: 005

  • Message text: Alloc rule type & not found

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  • What causes this issue?

    In the transaction control Customizing steps for allocation rules, an
    allocation rules type has been entered that does not exist.

    System Response

    INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

    How to fix this error?

    Find out the current transaction.
    Choose
    <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0440>Transaction control</> to find out the allocation
    rule type defined for this transaction.
    Choose an existing allocation rule type or define the new
    <DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0430>allocation rule type</> in Customizing.
    INCLUDE ISR_CUSTOMIZING

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW005 - Alloc rule type & not found ?
    The SAP error message MW005, which states "Alloc rule type & not found," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory management processes, particularly when dealing with allocation rules in SAP.
    
    Cause: The error message MW005 indicates that the system is unable to find the specified allocation rule type. This can happen due to several reasons: Missing Allocation Rule: The allocation rule type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. Incorrect Configuration: The allocation rule type may have been incorrectly configured or deleted. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the allocation rule type. Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the allocation rule type being referenced in the transaction or program.
    Solution: To resolve the MW005 error, you can take the following steps: Check Allocation Rule Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for allocation rules in SAP. This can typically be found in the IMG (Implementation

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