How To Fix WM01037 - Multiple assignment is not active => transaction cannot be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WM01 - Assortments IS-R Enhancements

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Multiple assignment is not active => transaction cannot be executed

What causes this issue?

The transaction cannot be exectuted, as multiple assignment between
plants and assortments is not set up in Customizing.

System Response

The transaction is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

If you want multiple assignments between plants and assortments, you
have to set them in Customizing.

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 WM01037 - Multiple assignment is not active => transaction cannot be executed ?

  The SAP error message WM01037 ("Multiple assignment is not active => transaction cannot be executed") typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when there is an attempt to perform a transaction that requires multiple assignment functionality, but this feature is not activated in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Multiple Assignment Not Activated: The system is configured to not allow multiple assignments for the specific warehouse or movement type you are trying to use.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the Warehouse Management configuration may not be set to allow multiple assignments for the relevant processes.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to execute may inherently require multiple assignment capabilities, which are not enabled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WM01037 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to:
  Logistics Execution -> Warehouse Management -> Settings for Warehouse Management -> Define Warehouse Management Parameters
  
  Ensure that the "Multiple Assignment" option is activated for the relevant warehouse.
  
  
  
  Activate Multiple Assignment:
  
  If it is not activated, you may need to enable it. This typically involves setting the appropriate flags in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Movement Types:
  
  Check the movement types being used in the transaction. Ensure that they are configured to allow multiple assignments if that is necessary for your operations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Warehouse Management to understand the implications of enabling multiple assignments and how it affects your processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about making configuration changes or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in WM, such as LT01 (Create Transfer Order), LT10 (Transfer Order Confirmation), etc., as these may be related to the error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to multiple assignments.
  System Version: Be aware that the steps may vary slightly depending on the version of SAP you are using (e.g., ECC vs. S/4HANA).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WM01037 error and successfully execute the desired transaction in SAP.