How To Fix WM579 - Material & is planned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 579

• Message text: Material & is planned

What causes this issue?

You want to list a material that has the material type 'planned'.

System Response

Planned materials cannot be listed.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use the material operationally, you have to change the
material type. You will then be able to list the material.

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 WM579 - Material & is planned ?

  The SAP error message WM579 ("Material & is planned") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when there is an attempt to perform a warehouse operation (like picking, putaway, etc.) on a material that is marked as "planned" in the system. This means that the material is not yet available for physical inventory transactions because it is still in a planning stage.
  Cause:
  
  Material Status: The material is set to a status that indicates it is not available for warehouse operations. This could be due to it being in a planning phase or not yet being fully set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the WM module that restrict the use of certain materials until they are fully released or available.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to the system treating it as planned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Review the material status in the material master record. Ensure that the material is set to a status that allows it to be used in warehouse operations.
  Release the Material: If the material is in a planning stage, it may need to be released or activated in the system. This can typically be done by changing the status in the material master.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the WM module to ensure that there are no restrictions on the material that would prevent it from being used.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that all relevant fields in the material master are correctly filled out and that the material is fully defined for use in the warehouse.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to update the material status or MM03 (Display Material) to check the current settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.