How To Fix W5002 - No items exist (not possible to save)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W5 - Messages for MM-WEB Applications and BAPIs

• Message number: 002

• Message text: No items exist (not possible to save)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W5002 - No items exist (not possible to save) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W5002 No items exist (not possible to save)
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically occurs when you try to save a document or transaction in SAP that requires at least one item (line item), but no items have been entered. For example, in sales orders, purchase orders, or other document types that require line items, if you attempt to save without any items, SAP will raise this warning.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The document header alone is not sufficient for saving.
  At least one item (line) must be entered to complete the document.
  This is a validation check to ensure data integrity and completeness.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Add at least one item (line) to the document before saving.
  Check the item overview section and enter the required details such as material number, quantity, price, etc.
  After adding the item(s), try saving again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is common in modules like SD (Sales and Distribution), MM (Materials Management), and FI (Financial Accounting) where documents require line items.
  Sometimes, the message appears if the item data is incomplete or deleted accidentally.
  If you are using a custom transaction or program, ensure that the logic enforces item entry before saving.
  Check user exits or BAdIs that might be deleting or modifying items during the save process.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  W5002 No items exist (not possible to save)
  
  
  Cause
  No line items entered in a document that requires them
  
  
  Solution
  Enter at least one item before saving
  
  
  Modules
  SD, MM, FI, and others requiring line items
  
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues after adding items, verify the item data completeness and check for any custom code or validations that might be interfering with the save process.