How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST013 - ID expected - update was not performed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 013

• Message text: ID expected - update was not performed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST013 - ID expected - update was not performed ?

  The SAP error message:
  WRF_ARTICLELIST013: ID expected - update was not performed
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Retail or SAP Fashion Management (IS-Retail or IS-Fashion) when working with article master data or article lists.
  
  Cause
  
  The error indicates that an ID (identifier) expected by the system during an update operation is missing or not provided.
  This usually happens when the system tries to update an article list or article master data but the key field (such as Article ID, Article Number, or another unique identifier) is empty or invalid.
  It can also occur if the data being uploaded or maintained is incomplete or inconsistent, especially in batch uploads, interfaces, or custom developments.
  In some cases, the error arises because the system expects a particular ID field to be filled before performing the update, but it is missing due to user input error or data mapping issues.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Data Input:
  
  Verify that the article ID or the key identifier field is correctly filled in the transaction or data upload.
  Ensure that the article number or ID exists and is valid in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Upload or Interface:
  
  If the error occurs during a batch upload or interface, check the source data file for missing or incorrect IDs.
  Make sure the mapping of fields in the interface or upload program correctly assigns the article ID.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If custom developments or user exits are involved, check that the code correctly passes the required ID fields.
  Debug the update process to identify where the ID is lost or not assigned.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Transactions:
  
  Try to perform the update manually using standard SAP transactions to isolate whether the problem is with the data or the interface/custom code.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Sometimes missing authorizations can cause incomplete data processing. Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to update article data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the message number or keywords.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and screenshots.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Module: SAP Retail (IS-Retail), SAP Fashion Management (IS-Fashion)
  Common Transactions: Article master maintenance transactions (e.g., WRF_ARTICLE, WRF_ARTICLELIST)
  Message Class: WRF_ARTICLELIST
  Typical Scenarios: Article master data maintenance, article list updates, batch uploads, interface data processing.
  Debugging: Use transaction ST22 for dumps, SM21 for system logs, and debug the update program to trace the missing ID.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, process step, or data source), I can help with more specific guidance.