How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST086 - No selection criteria for imported MLs were copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 086

• Message text: No selection criteria for imported MLs were copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST086 - No selection criteria for imported MLs were copied ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_ARTICLELIST086 No selection criteria for imported MLs were copied
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Merchandise and Assortment Planning (Retail) or SAP Fashion Management when working with Article Lists (MLs - Merchandise Lists). The message indicates that during the process of importing or copying merchandise lists, no selection criteria were copied from the source merchandise list to the target merchandise list.
  In other words, the system expected selection criteria (filters or conditions defining which articles belong to the list) to be copied along with the merchandise list, but none were found or transferred.
  Common causes include:
  
  The source merchandise list does not have any selection criteria defined.
  The import or copy process was executed incorrectly or incompletely.
  A mismatch or inconsistency in the data structure or configuration related to merchandise lists.
  Custom enhancements or user exits that interfere with the copying process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Source Merchandise List:
  
  Verify that the source merchandise list actually contains selection criteria.
  If no selection criteria exist, define appropriate selection criteria before attempting to copy or import.
  
  
  
  Review the Import/Copy Process:
  
  Ensure that the correct transaction or program is used for copying merchandise lists.
  Confirm that the process includes the option to copy selection criteria.
  If using a custom program or report, check that it handles selection criteria properly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Patches:
  
  Check for relevant SAP Notes that address issues with merchandise list copying.
  Apply any recommended patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Debugging and Logs:
  
  If the problem persists, debug the process to see why selection criteria are not copied.
  Check application logs or trace files for additional clues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on Merchandise Lists and their management.
  Verify that the system configuration supports the intended operations.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Merchandise List (ML): A list of articles defined by selection criteria used in assortment planning, promotions, or reporting.
  Selection Criteria: Conditions or filters that determine which articles are included in a merchandise list.
  Transactions/Programs: Common transactions for managing merchandise lists include WRF_ML or related custom transactions.
  SAP Modules: This error is mostly relevant in SAP Retail, SAP Fashion Management, or SAP S/4HANA Retail for Merchandise Management.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal with keywords like WRF_ARTICLELIST086 or "No selection criteria for imported MLs were copied" for specific notes.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, process steps, system version), I can help with more tailored advice.