How To Fix WM01036 - Mass Change: Initialize POS outbound / assortment list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM01 - Assortments IS-R Enhancements

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Mass Change: Initialize POS outbound / assortment list

What causes this issue?

You have maintained a reference assignment.
By carrying out this assignment, the
<DS:GLOS.3526BBA9AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>store</> concerned receives
the <DS:GLOS.3526BC76AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>assortment</> for the
reference store. All the materials for the reference store would now
have to be sent to the store concerned in the change download. As we
are talking about the entire assortment of the reference store, that
is, mass data, and since sending the entire assortment of a store is
the same in terms of volume of data as initializing the store, it is
better for performance to initialize the store. If you reopen a store
and copy the assortment by assigning a reference store, you also need
to execute the initialization applications (WPMI or WDBI) for the store
in order to implement engineering change management in the following.

System Response

Engineeering change management in the applications POS outbound (WPMU)
and assortment list (WDBU) does not react automatically to the
assignment of reference stores.

How to fix this error?

If you use the applications POS outbound or assortment list, you must
initialize them using transactions WPMI and WDBI respectively. The
stores then receive the changes due to the reference assignment
relevant to them in engineering change management.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WM01036 - Mass Change: Initialize POS outbound / assortment list ?

  The SAP error message WM01036, which states "Mass Change: Initialize POS outbound / assortment list," typically occurs in the context of Warehouse Management (WM) or Retail Management when there is an issue with initializing the Point of Sale (POS) outbound or assortment list during a mass change operation.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error may arise due to inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the master data or transactional data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the WM or Retail module that prevent the system from properly initializing the outbound list.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the mass change may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may lead to timeouts or failures in processing the mass change.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify that all relevant master data (e.g., material master, customer master) is complete and accurate. Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for WM and POS are correctly set up. This includes checking the settings for outbound processing and assortment lists.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform mass changes. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any ongoing issues. If the system is slow, consider running the mass change during off-peak hours or optimizing the system performance.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WM01, WM02, or WMM1 for warehouse management tasks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on mass changes in WM and POS, including best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.