How To Fix MW618 - Allocation rules will be generated without purchasing organization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Allocation rules will be generated without purchasing organization

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW618 - Allocation rules will be generated without purchasing organization ?

  The SAP error message MW618, which states "Allocation rules will be generated without purchasing organization," typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management processes. This error indicates that the system is attempting to generate allocation rules for a material, but it cannot find a purchasing organization associated with the material or the relevant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchasing Organization: The material master record may not have a purchasing organization assigned. This can happen if the material is created without specifying a purchasing organization or if the purchasing organization is not properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the material master or the purchasing organization settings in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the purchasing organization, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the purchasing organization is assigned correctly.
  Ensure that the purchasing organization data is maintained for the relevant views (e.g., Purchasing view).
  
  
  
  Maintain Purchasing Organization:
  
  If the purchasing organization is missing, you can add it by using transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to update the material master record.
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is active and properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the purchasing organization in the SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) transaction. Navigate to:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Organization > Define Purchase Organization
  
  
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is set up correctly and linked to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check Allocation Rule Settings:
  
  Review the settings for allocation rules in the system to ensure they are configured to work with the purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and purchasing organization configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MW618 error and ensure that allocation rules are generated correctly with the appropriate purchasing organization.