How To Fix WB131 - No materials exist for selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 131

• Message text: No materials exist for selection

What causes this issue?

No materials exist which meet the selection criteria.

System Response

No assortment lists will be generated.

How to fix this error?

Choose other selection criteria or maintain the necessary data for the
materials.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB131 - No materials exist for selection ?

  The SAP error message WB131: No materials exist for selection typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires a selection of materials, but the system cannot find any materials that meet the specified criteria. This can happen in various contexts, such as during inventory management, material planning, or when generating reports.
  Causes:
  
  Selection Criteria: The criteria you have entered for selecting materials may be too restrictive or incorrect. For example, if you are filtering by material type, plant, or status, and there are no materials that match those criteria, you will receive this error.
  Material Master Data: There may be no materials created in the system, or the materials you are trying to access may not be active or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain materials, leading to the appearance that no materials exist.
  Data Synchronization: If you are working in a system that has recently undergone data migration or synchronization, there may be a temporary inconsistency in the material data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you have entered. Make sure they are broad enough to include materials. For example, try removing filters or using wildcard characters to broaden the search.
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the materials you expect to see are indeed created in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check specific materials or using reports that list materials.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the materials. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your access rights.
  Data Consistency: If you suspect that the issue is due to data synchronization, wait for a while and try again. If the problem persists, contact your SAP Basis team to check for any ongoing issues with the database or data consistency.
  Use Alternative Reports/Transactions: If the error occurs in a specific transaction or report, try using alternative methods to access the material data, such as different reports or transaction codes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and others that may help you manage material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide patches or workarounds for specific problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material management and the specific transaction you are using.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in material management.