How To Fix WM539 - Enter either a plant or a customer, not both.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 539

• Message text: Enter either a plant or a customer, not both.

What causes this issue?

When assigning the assortment, you have entered a plant as well as a
customer.

System Response

This entry is not permitted.

How to fix this error?

You can only enter a plant or a customer.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 WM539 - Enter either a plant or a customer, not both. ?

  The SAP error message WM539 ("Enter either a plant or a customer, not both.") typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Inventory Management (IM) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specifying either a plant or a customer, but both fields have been filled in. This can happen in various transactions, such as creating or processing stock transfers, deliveries, or inventory counts.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system is designed to prevent ambiguity in the data entry. When both a plant and a customer are specified, the system cannot determine which context to use for the operation, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review the Input Fields: Check the transaction screen where the error occurred. Look for the fields labeled for plant and customer.
  
  
  Select Only One: Decide whether you need to specify a plant or a customer for your transaction. Remove the entry from the field that is not needed:
  
  If you are processing a transaction related to a specific plant, enter the plant and leave the customer field blank.
  If the transaction is customer-specific, enter the customer and leave the plant field blank.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transaction: After making the necessary adjustments, try to execute the transaction again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to WM and IM, such as:
  
  LT01 (Create Transfer Order)
  LT10 (Transfer Order Confirmation)
  VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery)
  
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to perform the transaction, as sometimes access issues can lead to confusion in data entry.
  
  
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists or if you believe it is a bug, check SAP Notes for any related issues or patches that may address this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific transaction you are working with, as they may provide additional context or requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WM539 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.