How To Fix WRB017 - The list transferred for entering quantities is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRB - Messages for Revaluation at Retail via BAPIs

• Message number: 017

• Message text: The list transferred for entering quantities is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRB017 - The list transferred for entering quantities is empty ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WRB017: "The list transferred for entering quantities is empty":
  
  Error Message:
  WRB017 - The list transferred for entering quantities is empty
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in SAP when you try to enter or post quantities (e.g., during goods receipt, goods issue, or transfer postings) but the system does not find any relevant items or data to process. Specifically, the list or internal table that should contain the items for quantity entry is empty.
  Common causes include:
  
  No items selected or available: The transaction expects a list of materials or items to be processed, but none are found or selected.
  Incorrect selection criteria: The selection parameters (e.g., purchase order number, delivery note, reservation) do not correspond to any items.
  Data inconsistency or missing data: The underlying documents or master data might be incomplete or inconsistent.
  Wrong transaction or process step: Trying to enter quantities in a step where no items are expected.
  Authorization or user exit issues: Sometimes custom code or user exits might clear the list unintentionally.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During goods receipt or goods issue processes.
  When entering quantities for transfer postings.
  In transactions like MIGO, MB1A, MB1B, or similar.
  When using batch input or custom programs that transfer data for quantity entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the selection criteria:
  
  Verify that the document number (e.g., purchase order, delivery note, reservation) you entered actually contains items.
  Make sure the document is not already fully processed or closed.
  
  
  
  Verify the document status:
  
  Ensure the document is open and has open quantities to be processed.
  Check if the document is blocked or deleted.
  
  
  
  Check the transaction flow:
  
  Confirm you are in the correct step of the process where quantity entry is expected.
  For example, in MIGO, ensure you have selected the correct movement type and reference document.
  
  
  
  Review master data and stock:
  
  Confirm that the material master data is correct.
  Check stock availability if relevant.
  
  
  
  Debug or check custom code:
  
  If user exits, BADIs, or custom programs are involved, check if they are clearing the list unintentionally.
  Debug the program to see why the internal table for quantity entry is empty.
  
  
  
  Recreate or reselect the document:
  
  Sometimes, re-entering the transaction or reselecting the document helps.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction codes: MIGO, MB1A, MB1B, MB1C, MB31, MB51
  Movement types: Check if the movement type used is correct and applicable.
  SAP Modules: MM (Materials Management), WM (Warehouse Management)
  SAP Notes: Search for "WRB017" in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or corrections.
  User exits/BADIs: Check if any custom enhancements are influencing the quantity entry screen.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error
  WRB017 - The list transferred for entering quantities is empty
  
  
  Cause
  No items found or selected for quantity entry; incorrect document or selection criteria
  
  
  Solution
  Verify document and selection, check document status, confirm correct transaction steps, debug custom code if any
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  MIGO, MB1A, MB1B, MB31
  
  
  Modules
  MM, WM
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction and scenario where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.