How To Fix MW606 - No material found for selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 606

• Message text: No material found for selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW606 - No material found for selection ?

  The SAP error message MW606 "No material found for selection" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an operation related to materials (such as inventory management, material master data retrieval, or transaction processing) but the system cannot find any materials that meet the specified selection criteria. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no materials being found.
  Material Not Created: The material you are trying to access may not have been created in the system.
  Material Status: The material may be inactive or blocked, preventing it from being selected.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The specified plant or storage location may not have any materials assigned to it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the materials.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria to ensure they are correct and not overly restrictive. For example, check the material type, plant, storage location, and other filters.
  Verify Material Existence: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM01 (Create Material) to check if the material exists in the system.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is active and not blocked. You can check this in the material master data.
  Review Plant and Storage Location: Confirm that the correct plant and storage location are being used and that they have materials assigned.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the materials. This may require coordination with the SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: If the system is integrated with other systems, ensure that data synchronization is functioning correctly. You may need to check for any errors in data transfer.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM01 (Create Material), and MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user documentation or training materials for guidance on material management processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MW606 error and implement a solution to resolve it.