How To Fix MW072 - Material & is of category &. No alloc rule generated.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Material & is of category &. No alloc rule generated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW072 - Material & is of category &. No alloc rule generated. ?

  The SAP error message MW072 indicates that there is an issue with the allocation of materials in the system. Specifically, the message states that "Material & is of category &. No alloc rule generated." This typically occurs when the system is unable to generate an allocation rule for a material due to its category or other related settings.
  Causes:
  
  Material Category: The material may belong to a category that does not support allocation rules. For example, certain material types (like non-stock materials) may not have allocation rules defined.
  Missing Configuration: The allocation rules may not be configured correctly in the system for the specific material category.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect settings that prevent the allocation rule from being generated.
  Plant or Storage Location Settings: The plant or storage location settings may not be compatible with the allocation process for the material in question.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be appropriate for the material category.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Category: Verify the category of the material in question. If it is a non-allocatable category, consider changing the material type if appropriate.
  Review Allocation Rule Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for allocation rules in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO) and ensure that the rules are set up correctly for the material category.
  Update Material Master Data: Check the material master data for any missing or incorrect information. Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly.
  Check Plant/Storage Location Settings: Review the settings for the plant and storage location to ensure they are set up to allow for allocation rules.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on allocation rules and material categories.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-related issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and SPRO (Customizing) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MW072 error and implement a solution to resolve it.