How To Fix WM01038 - Enter material group


WM01038 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WM01 - Assortments IS-R Enhancements

  • Message number: 038

  • Message text: Enter material group

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WM01038 - Details

  • The SAP error message WM01038, which states "Enter material group," typically occurs in the Warehouse Management (WM) module when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a material group to be specified, but it has not been provided.
    
    Cause: The error is usually triggered in the following scenarios: Missing Material Group: The material group field is left blank when creating or processing a document (like a transfer order or inventory document) that requires it.
    Configuration Issues: The system may be configured in such a way that it mandates the entry of a material group for certain transactions. User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the material group due to oversight or misunderstanding of the required fields.
    Solution: To resolve the WM01038 error, you can take the following steps: Enter Material Group: Go back to the transaction where the error occurred and ensure that you fill in the material group field. This is often found

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