How To Fix MW137 - Plant & not properly created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Plant & not properly created

What causes this issue?

Each plant in SAP Retail must be created as a plant and as a customer.
The system was unable to find the plant master data.

How to fix this error?

Check the plant master data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW137 - Plant & not properly created ?

  The SAP error message MW137, which states "Plant & not properly created," typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or creation of a plant in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the creation of materials, when trying to assign a plant to a material, or when performing transactions that involve plant-specific data.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Plant Configuration: The plant may not have been fully configured in the system. This includes missing details such as address, storage locations, or other essential parameters.
  Plant Not Active: The plant might not be activated or may be set to inactive status in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the plant data.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the plant, such as missing entries in related tables.
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code being referenced may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Plant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OX10 (or SPRO for configuration) and verify that the plant is properly set up. Ensure that all required fields are filled out.
  Ensure that the plant has been assigned to the correct company code and that all necessary settings (like storage locations) are in place.
  
  
  
  Activate the Plant:
  
  If the plant is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the same configuration area where you created the plant.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the plant. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 to check the relevant database tables for any inconsistencies or missing entries related to the plant.
  
  
  
  Correct Plant Code:
  
  Ensure that the correct plant code is being used in the transaction. Double-check for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the error and any specific requirements for plant creation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX10: Define Plants
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MW137 error message in SAP.