How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST040 - Number of result records is 0 - enter at least one result

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Number of result records is 0 - enter at least one result

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST040 - Number of result records is 0 - enter at least one result ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_ARTICLELIST040
  
  Text: Number of result records is 0 - enter at least one result
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a search or query in the SAP Retail system (often in article or product search transactions) returns zero results. The system expects at least one record to be found based on the search criteria entered, but none were found.
  Common reasons include:  
  
  The search criteria entered are too restrictive or incorrect.  
  The article or product data does not exist or is not maintained in the system.  
  The selection parameters (such as article number, description, category, or other filters) do not match any existing records.  
  Possible data replication or master data synchronization issues if data is expected but missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and broaden your search criteria:  
  
  Remove or relax filters that might be too restrictive.  
  Use wildcards (*) if applicable to broaden the search.  
  Verify that the article numbers or other identifiers are correct.
  
  
  
  Verify master data existence:  
  
  Confirm that the article or product master data exists in the system.  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or relevant retail master data transactions to check.
  
  
  
  Check data synchronization:  
  
  If your system landscape involves data replication (e.g., between ECC and Retail systems), ensure that the data is properly replicated and up to date.
  
  
  
  Consult system logs or debug:  
  
  If the issue persists despite correct input, check system logs or debug the program to ensure no technical issues are causing the empty result set.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is common in SAP Retail modules, especially in article search or listing transactions.  
  The message is a warning or error to prompt users to enter valid search criteria that yield results.  
  If you frequently encounter this message despite correct input, it may indicate missing or incomplete master data or a system issue.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.