How To Fix WM163 - Assortment grade & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Assortment grade & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM163 - Assortment grade & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WM163 ("Assortment grade & does not exist") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when the system is unable to find a specified assortment grade in the database. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect data entry, missing master data, or configuration issues.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assortment Grade: The assortment grade you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect code entered when trying to reference the assortment grade.
  Master Data Issues: The relevant master data (like material master or assortment master) may not be properly set up or may be incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize the assortment grades.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Assortment Grades:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., OMI4 for assortment grades) and verify if the assortment grade exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Assortment Grade:
  
  If the assortment grade is missing, create a new assortment grade using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., OMI4).
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the materials associated with the assortment grade. Ensure that the assortment grade is correctly assigned to the materials.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or incorrect codes that may have been entered.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the WM module to ensure that assortment grades are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the assortment grades.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMI4 (for assortment grades) and MM03 (to view material master data).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing assortment grades and related master data.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WM163 error and ensure that the assortment grades are correctly set up in your SAP system.