How To Fix MW555 - Enter material number, as selection flag = 3

MW555 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 555

• Message text: Enter material number, as selection flag = 3

What causes this issue?

You did not enter any material number.

System Response

The system cannot read any allocation table data.

How to fix this error?

Enter a material number and carry out the selection once again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW555 - Enter material number, as selection flag = 3 ?

  The SAP error message MW555 ("Enter material number, as selection flag = 3") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management processes, particularly when trying to perform actions that require a material number but none has been provided.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a material number to be entered, but the selection flag is set to 3, which indicates that the operation requires a specific material number to proceed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Trying to execute a transaction that requires a material number (e.g., stock transfer, goods movement) without entering one.
  The selection criteria for a report or transaction are not met because the material number is missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Enter a Material Number: Ensure that you input a valid material number in the relevant field before executing the transaction. This is the most straightforward solution.
  
  
  Check Selection Criteria: If you are