How To Fix WM742 - Discontinuation was started for the selected materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM - IS-R Assortments

• Message number: 742

• Message text: Discontinuation was started for the selected materials

What causes this issue?

The materials you have selected are to be discontinued.

System Response

To discontinue the materials you have selected, the system starts a
workflow to check the materials in question. If a particular material
is no longer used in any logistical process, the material receives a
deletion flag. If this workflow is not used, the responsible employee
must check the applications individually.

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.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM742 - Discontinuation was started for the selected materials ?

  The SAP error message WM742 indicates that a discontinuation process has been initiated for the selected materials in the Warehouse Management (WM) module. This typically means that the materials are in the process of being phased out or discontinued, and as a result, certain operations related to these materials may be restricted.
  Cause:
  
  Discontinuation Process: The materials have been marked for discontinuation in the system, which means they are no longer available for certain transactions.
  Material Status: The material may have a status that restricts its use, such as "Blocked" or "Inactive."
  Warehouse Management Settings: The settings in the Warehouse Management module may prevent operations on discontinued materials.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the materials in the Material Master (MM) to ensure they are not blocked or inactive. You can do this by navigating to the Material Master record and checking the relevant views.
  Review Discontinuation Process: If the discontinuation was initiated in error, you may need to reverse the discontinuation process. This can typically be done in the material master or through specific transaction codes related to discontinuation.
  Consult with the Responsible Team: If you are unsure about the discontinuation process, consult with the inventory management or materials management team to understand the rationale behind the discontinuation and whether it can be reversed.
  Check Warehouse Management Settings: Review the settings in the Warehouse Management module to ensure that they are configured correctly for the materials in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material) to check or modify the material status.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on managing material discontinuation and understanding the implications in the WM module.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify material statuses and to manage the discontinuation process.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.