How To Fix WM048 - Function is currently only available for complete generic materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Function is currently only available for complete generic materials

What causes this issue?

At the moment, variants of a generic material can only be copied
to an item in a module either individually (explicitly) or all together
using the generic material number (implicitly). You cannot select
more than one variant of a generic material explicitly.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM048 - Function is currently only available for complete generic materials ?

  The SAP error message WM048 ("Function is currently only available for complete generic materials") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when you are trying to perform an operation that is not supported for generic materials. This error is often encountered when dealing with materials that are not fully defined or when the system expects a specific type of material.
  Cause:
  
  Generic Material: The material you are trying to process is a generic material, which means it does not have a specific variant or is not fully defined in the system.
  Incomplete Data: The material master data may be incomplete or not properly configured for the operations you are trying to perform.
  Warehouse Management Settings: The settings in the Warehouse Management module may not support operations for generic materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material you are trying to use is fully defined. You can do this by checking the material master data in transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and ensuring that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Use Specific Material: If you are working with a generic material, try to use a specific variant of that material instead. This may involve creating a specific material if it does not exist.
  Review WM Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Warehouse Management module to ensure that they allow for the operations you are trying to perform. This may involve consulting with your SAP WM configuration team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on handling generic materials in WM.
  Error Handling: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to troubleshoot the specific scenario.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Understand the different material types in SAP and how they relate to generic and specific materials.
  Warehouse Management Processes: Familiarize yourself with the processes in WM that may be affected by the use of generic materials.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on handling generic materials in WM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WM048 error and continue with your warehouse management processes.