How To Fix N2M052 - No items for association found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: N2M - Global Trade: Item Category Management

• Message number: 052

• Message text: No items for association found

What causes this issue?

Item &V1& (&V2& &V3&) is to be assigned an association.

System Response

No items can determined that can be assigned to item &V1& as
associations.
Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M052 - No items for association found ?

  The SAP error message N2M052 "No items for association found" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with purchasing documents, material master data, or inventory management. This error indicates that the system could not find any associated items for a particular document or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Association: The document or transaction you are trying to access does not have any associated items. This could happen if the document was created without any line items or if the items were deleted.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in related tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the associated items.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for item association (e.g., it may be archived or deleted).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Number: Verify that the document number you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document to ensure it is active and has not been archived or deleted.
  Check for Associated Items: Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or MB51 (Material Document List) to check if there are any associated items for the document.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies in the related tables.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the associated items. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N, ME22N, and MB51 for managing purchasing documents and material documents.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.