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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ART_DISCONT031 - You cannot select material list and material number at the same time ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WRF_ART_DISCONT031:
  
  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 is involved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose only one method of material selection:
  
  Either enter a material list (e.g., a selection variant or a list of materials).
  Or enter a material number or a range of material numbers.
  
  
  Remove the conflicting input from the selection screen.
  If you need to process multiple materials, use a material list or a range, but do not mix both.
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This validation is usually implemented in the selection screen logic (ABAP code) using AT SELECTION-SCREEN or AT SELECTION-SCREEN ON events.
  If you are a developer or consultant, check the selection screen code for validation logic that raises this error.
  If you need to process both types of inputs, consider modifying the program logic to handle them separately or merge the inputs before processing.
  This error message is a safeguard to ensure clear and unambiguous input for material selection.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WRF_ART_DISCONT031
  
  
  Cause
  Both material list and material number entered simultaneously.
  
  
  Effect
  System does not allow processing; error raised.
  
  
  Solution
  Enter either material list or material number, not both.
  
  
  Notes
  Check selection screen logic if customizing or developing.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with a specific transaction or report where this occurs, please provide the transaction code or program name for more tailored guidance.