How To Fix WR115 - Error occurred updating value-only material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WR - Messages for Revaluation at Retail

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Error occurred updating value-only material

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when the value-only materials were updated.

System Response

No material documents were created and no retail values were updated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WR115 - Error occurred updating value-only material ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WR115 - Error occurred updating value-only material
  
  Cause:
  The error WR115 typically occurs when there is an attempt to update a value-only material in SAP, but the system encounters an issue because value-only materials are handled differently compared to regular materials.
  Value-only materials are materials that do not have stock managed in quantity but only in value. They are often used for services, consumables, or materials where quantity tracking is not necessary or possible.
  Common causes include:
  
  Attempting to update quantity-related fields for a value-only material, which is not allowed.
  Inconsistent or incorrect material master data settings, especially in the valuation or material type configuration.
  Incorrect movement type or transaction that tries to post quantity changes for a value-only material.
  Custom enhancements or user exits that do not properly handle value-only materials.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WR115 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Settings:
  
  Verify that the material is correctly flagged as a value-only material in the material master (MM03).
  Ensure that the material type and valuation class are correctly configured for value-only handling.
  
  
  
  Review the Transaction or Process:
  
  Confirm that the transaction or movement type used is appropriate for value-only materials.
  Avoid posting quantity changes for value-only materials; only value postings are allowed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Logic:
  
  If custom code or user exits are involved, ensure they correctly handle value-only materials by skipping quantity updates.
  Check BAPI or function module calls to ensure they comply with value-only material rules.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WR115 for any patches or corrections.
  Example SAP Note: Sometimes SAP releases notes addressing specific issues with value-only materials.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  Test the posting with a non-value-only material to confirm if the issue is specific to value-only materials.
  Test with a value-only material but using a transaction known to support value-only postings.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Value-Only Materials:
  
  These materials are managed only in value, not in quantity. They are often used for services or consumables where quantity tracking is irrelevant.
  
  
  Material Types:
  
  Some material types are designed for value-only materials (e.g., non-stock materials). Ensure the material type supports value-only management.
  
  
  Movement Types:
  
  Certain movement types are not valid for value-only materials. For example, goods receipt or goods issue movements that affect quantity are not allowed.
  
  
  SAP Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help Portal for material master data and inventory management for detailed explanations on value-only materials.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Common transactions involving materials:  
  
  MM01/MM02/MM03 (Material Master)  
  MIGO (Goods Movement)  
  MB1A/MB1B/MB1C (Goods Movements)  
  
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and screenshots of the error context.