How To Fix MW016 - All materials in items selected are listed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 016

• Message text: All materials in items selected are listed

What causes this issue?

The listing check resulted in all materials of the selected items
being listed in the plants in question.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW016 - All materials in items selected are listed ?

  The SAP error message MW016 ("All materials in items selected are listed") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves materials, such as creating a purchase order or a sales order, and the system indicates that all the materials you have selected are already listed or processed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The materials you are trying to add may already exist in the document you are working on.
  Incorrect Selection: You may have selected materials that are not eligible for the transaction you are attempting to perform.
  Status of Materials: The materials may be in a status that does not allow them to be processed further (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the addition of certain materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the items you have selected to ensure that you are not trying to add the same material multiple times.
  Review Material Status: Check the status of the materials in question to ensure they are active and available for the transaction.
  Adjust Selection: If you are using a selection screen, ensure that you are selecting the correct materials that are eligible for the transaction.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction you are working on to understand any restrictions or requirements.
  System Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the settings related to material management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or VA01 (Create Sales Order).
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction with the selected materials.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.