How To Fix WM038 - No material selected

WM038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No material selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM038 - No material selected ?

  The SAP error message WM038 ("No material selected") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a material to be selected, but no material has been specified or available for the operation. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during picking, putaway, or inventory management processes.
  Causes of WM038 Error
  
  No Material Specified: The most common cause is that the user did not specify a material number in the transaction.
  Material Not Available: The material may not be available in the specified storage location or warehouse.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any existing materials.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the material.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or stock data that prevent the system from recognizing the material.
  
  Solutions to WM038 Error
  
  Check Material Number: Ensure