How To Fix WM053 - No assortment selected / no changes made

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 053

• Message text: No assortment selected / no changes made

What causes this issue?

You did not choose any assortments with the function you carried out,
or you did not make any changes to the function parameters.

System Response

No assortment data had to be changed.

How to fix this error?

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM053 - No assortment selected / no changes made ?

  The SAP error message WM053 ("No assortment selected / no changes made") typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) when you are trying to perform an action related to assortments, but the system does not find any assortments selected or recognizes that no changes have been made to the assortment.
  Causes:
  
  No Assortment Selected: The user may not have selected any assortment in the transaction or screen where assortments are required.
  No Changes Made: The system may detect that no changes were made to the assortment data, which can happen if the user attempts to save or process without making any modifications.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of assortments in the system, such as missing or incorrect data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify assortments.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data that prevent the assortment from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Select an Assortment: Ensure that you have selected an appropriate assortment before proceeding with the transaction. Check the selection criteria and make sure they are correctly set.
  Make Changes: If you are trying to save or process an assortment, ensure that you have made the necessary changes. Even a minor modification can help in this case.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for assortments in the Warehouse Management module. Ensure that all necessary data is correctly set up.
  Review Authorizations: Check if you have the required authorizations to access and modify assortments. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the necessary permissions.
  Data Validation: Validate the data related to the assortment to ensure there are no inconsistencies or errors. This may involve checking master data or transaction data related to the assortment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction you are working on.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to assortments and warehouse management, such as WM01, WM02, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.