How To Fix RM137 - Enter either material or production version for selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Enter either material or production version for selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RM137 - Enter either material or production version for selection ?

  The SAP error message RM137 ("Enter either material or production version for selection") typically occurs in the context of production planning or material management when a user attempts to execute a transaction that requires either a material number or a production version to be specified, but neither has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The user did not enter a material number or a production version in the selection screen of the transaction.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may require specific input parameters that were not provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the production version or material master data in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Provide Required Input: Ensure that you enter either a material number or a production version in the selection criteria before executing the transaction.
  Check Transaction Requirements: Review the documentation or help for the specific transaction you are using to understand what inputs are required.
  Verify Material Master Data: Check if the material exists in the system and if it has a production version assigned. You can do this by navigating to the material master record (transaction MM03) and checking the relevant views.
  Check Production Version: If you are using a production version, ensure that it is correctly defined and assigned to the material in the system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transactions related to production planning, such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or others that involve production versions.
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, MRP, Work Scheduling) in the material master are properly maintained.
  Production Version Configuration: Check the configuration settings for production versions in the SAP system, which can be found in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RM137 error and proceed with your transaction successfully.