How To Fix WN518 - & & is not assigned to the plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 518

• Message text: & & is not assigned to the plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN518 - & & is not assigned to the plant ?

  The SAP error message WN518 indicates that a specific material (or material type) is not assigned to the plant in question. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management, production planning, or materials management when trying to perform operations related to a material that has not been properly configured for the specified plant.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Created for Plant: The material may not have been created or extended for the specific plant in the system.
  Plant Assignment Missing: The material exists in the system but is not assigned to the plant you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may have restrictions on which plants they can be assigned to.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number.
  Check if the material is assigned to the correct plant. If not, you may need to extend the material to the plant.
  
  
  
  Extend Material to Plant:
  
  Use transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to extend the material to the desired plant.
  Ensure that you select the appropriate views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) that are relevant for your operations.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Code:
  
  Double-check the plant code you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the material type is allowed for the specific plant. This can be checked in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  MM02: Change Material
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure that the necessary views are maintained for the material in the context of the plant.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or change material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WN518 error and ensure that the material is properly assigned to the plant in SAP.