How To Fix SO806 - Substitute list was saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Substitute list was saved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO806 - Substitute list was saved ?

  The SAP error message SO806, which states "Substitute list was saved," typically indicates that a substitute list for a particular material or product has been successfully saved in the system. This message is not an error in the traditional sense but rather an informational message indicating that the action you performed (saving a substitute list) was successful.
  Cause:
  
  The message is triggered when a user creates or updates a substitute list for a material in the SAP system.
  It indicates that the system has processed the input and saved the changes without any issues.
  
  Solution:
  Since SO806 is an informational message rather than an error, there is no specific solution required. However, if you are looking to ensure that the substitute list is correctly set up or if you want to verify the changes, you can do the following:
  
  Check the Substitute List: Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master) to view the substitute list and confirm that the entries are correct.
  Review Change Logs: If you need to track changes made to the substitute list, you can check the change logs in the material master.
  Test Functionality: If you are implementing a new substitute list, test the functionality to ensure that the substitutes are being recognized in relevant transactions (e.g., sales orders, production orders).
  
  Related Information:
  
  Substitute List: In SAP, a substitute list allows you to define alternative materials that can be used in place of the primary material. This is useful for inventory management and production planning.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to substitute lists include:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS01: Create Bill of Material (BOM) with substitutes
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing substitute lists and related processes.
  
  If you encounter any issues beyond the informational message, such as problems with the functionality of the substitutes in transactions, you may need to investigate further or consult with your SAP support team.