How To Fix WAUF_ADD001 - Enter either the material or the material group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WAUF_ADD - Allocation Table Add-On Messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Enter either the material or the material group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WAUF_ADD001 - Enter either the material or the material group ?

  The SAP error message WAUF_ADD001 indicates that when trying to create or modify a record (often related to a material or a material group), neither the material nor the material group has been specified. This error typically occurs in transactions related to material management, such as creating a purchase order, sales order, or when working with material master data.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create or update a record without providing a material number or a material group.
  The system requires at least one of these fields to be filled in order to proceed with the operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you should:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have entered either a valid material number or a valid material group in the relevant fields.
  Material Number: If you have a specific material in mind, enter its unique material number.
  Material Group: If you are working with a group of materials, ensure that you have selected a valid material group that exists in the system.
  Validation: If you are unsure about the material or material group, you can use the search functionality (often represented by a magnifying glass icon) to find the correct entries.
  Review Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that the fields are set up correctly and that there are no mandatory fields missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), or MM01 (Create Material).
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained and that the materials you are trying to use are active and not blocked.
  User Authorizations: Check if you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify materials or material groups in the system.
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WAUF_ADD001 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.