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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list
Message number: 104
Message text: Purchasing status & for material & not found
Material &v2& was assigned purchasing status &v1&. This has, however,
not been defined.
The status was not read.
Check the status and the assignment.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
WB104
- Purchasing status & for material & not found ?The SAP error message WB104 typically indicates that there is an issue with the purchasing status of a material. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a purchase order or when attempting to perform other purchasing-related activities.
Cause:
The error message "WB104 Purchasing status & for material & not found" usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
Material Master Data Issues: The material in question may not have been properly set up in the material master. This could include missing purchasing views or incorrect status settings.
Purchasing Status Not Defined: The purchasing status for the material may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the material is new and has not been fully configured.
Material Type Restrictions: The material type assigned to the material may not allow for purchasing activities. Certain material types are restricted from being used in purchasing processes.
Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data related to the material, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
Solution:
To resolve the WB104 error, you can take the following steps:
Check Material Master Data:
- Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check the purchasing view for the material in question.
- Ensure that the purchasing data is correctly maintained, including the purchasing group, order unit, and other relevant fields.
Verify Purchasing Status:
- Ensure that the purchasing status is defined for the material. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the system.
- If necessary, update the purchasing status in the material master.
Review Material Type:
- Check the material type assigned to the material. Ensure that it is appropriate for purchasing activities. You can do this by reviewing the material type settings in the configuration (Transaction Code: OMS2).
Data Consistency Check:
- Run a consistency check on the material master data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like MM02 to make necessary corrections.
Consult with SAP Support:
- If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WB104 error in SAP.
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