How To Fix WMOD049 - Characteristic &1: Select a quota scale or 'Manual entry'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WMOD - Fashion Management, Generic Material

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Select a quota scale or 'Manual entry'

What causes this issue?

You want to split up the total quantity of a generic material among the
variants If <DS:GLOS.352A8D3BD3895CD5E10000009B38F974>quota scales</>
have been maintained, the system can suggest the quantities for the
variants.
Alternatively, you can enter the quantities manually.

System Response

The total quantity cannot be split up.

How to fix this error?

Change your entries or cancel the activity if you do not want to split
up the total quantity.

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WMOD049 - Characteristic &1: Select a quota scale or 'Manual entry' ?

  The SAP error message WMOD049 indicates that there is an issue with the selection of a quota scale or the option for manual entry when working with characteristics in the context of quota arrangements or similar functionalities in SAP.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Quota Scale: The system expects a quota scale to be selected for the characteristic, but none has been defined or selected.
  Manual Entry Not Allowed: The system may be configured to require a quota scale, and manual entry is not permitted in this context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the quota arrangement or characteristic settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WMOD049 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select a Quota Scale:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Look for the option to select a quota scale for the characteristic in question.
  Ensure that a valid quota scale is selected.
  
  
  
  Enable Manual Entry (if applicable):
  
  If manual entry is required and allowed, check the configuration settings to ensure that the option for manual entry is enabled for the characteristic.
  This may involve adjusting settings in the customizing (SPRO) area related to quota arrangements or characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the quota arrangement and characteristics in the system.
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on quota arrangements and characteristics.
  This may provide insights into the expected setup and any prerequisites.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like MEQ1 (Create Quota Arrangement) or MEQ2 (Change Quota Arrangement).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the actions related to quota arrangements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WMOD049 error and implement a solution to resolve it.