How To Fix WRF_ART_DISCONT031 - You cannot select material list and material number at the same time

WRF_ART_DISCONT031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ART_DISCONT - Messages for Article Discontinuation: Fashion

• Message number: 031

• Message text: You cannot select material list and material number at the same time

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WRF_ART_DISCONT031 - Details

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  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_ART_DISCONT031
  Text: You cannot select material list and material number at the same time.
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs because the selection screen or transaction logic does not allow the user to enter both a material list and an individual material number simultaneously. The system expects either:
  
  A material list (a predefined list of materials), or  
  A single material number (or a range of materials),
  
  but not both at the same time.
  This is typically enforced to avoid ambiguity or conflicting selection criteria during processing.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When you try to execute a report, transaction, or function module that requires material selection.
  If you input both a material list (e.g., a selection variant or a list of materials) and a single material number or range in the selection screen fields.
  Common in reports or processes related to material master data, inventory, or sales where material selection