How To Fix WGDS_ENH101 - Enter a valid generic material in the designated input field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_ENH -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Enter a valid generic material in the designated input field

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  Error Message
  WGDS_ENH101: Enter a valid generic material in the designated input field
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the system expects a generic material to be entered in a specific field (usually in the context of SAP Global Batch Traceability, Recipe Management, or similar modules where generic materials are used), but the value entered is either:
  
  Not a valid generic material master record in the system.
  The material entered is a specific (non-generic) material.
  The field is left blank or contains invalid data.
  The generic material master data is not maintained or activated properly.
  
  In SAP, generic materials are used as templates or placeholders for a group of similar materials, often in recipe or batch management scenarios. The system validates that the material entered is flagged as generic.
  
  Where it typically occurs
  
  In SAP Recipe Management (e.g., transaction C201, C202, or during batch master data creation).
  When maintaining or using generic materials in batch or production orders.
  During batch traceability or batch record processing.
  In custom enhancements or user exits related to generic material validation.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the material master:
  
  Verify that the material entered in the field is maintained as a generic material.
  Use transaction MM03 to display the material master.
  Check the Basic Data and Classification views to confirm the generic material flag or relevant indicator.
  
  
  
  Maintain or create a generic material:
  
  If the material does not exist or is not flagged as generic, create or update the material master accordingly.
  Generic materials often have a specific material type or classification. Consult your SAP configuration or business process documentation for the exact requirements.
  
  
  
  Correct the input:
  
  Ensure the user enters the correct generic material number in the designated input field.
  Validate input data before saving or processing.
  
  
  
  Check configuration/custom code:
  
  If this error arises from a custom enhancement or user exit, review the logic that validates the generic material.
  Ensure the validation logic correctly identifies generic materials.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WGDS_ENH101 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Generic materials are often used in industries like pharmaceuticals, chemicals, or food & beverage where recipes or batch processes require flexible material definitions.
  The error message prefix WGDS suggests it is related to SAP Global Batch Traceability or Recipe Management enhancements.
  Proper master data governance is critical to avoid such errors.
  If you are unsure about which materials are generic, consult your SAP master data team or check the material master customization.
  
  
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  Error
  WGDS_ENH101: Enter a valid generic material in the designated input field
  
  
  Cause
  Invalid or missing generic material in the input field
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and maintain generic material master data; enter correct generic material number
  
  
  Module
  Recipe Management, Batch Traceability, Production Planning
  
  
  Transactions
  MM03 (material display), C201/C202 (recipe management)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process where this error occurs, I can help with more specific steps.