How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST112 - Enter the maximum number of materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Enter the maximum number of materials

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST112 - Enter the maximum number of materials ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_ARTICLELIST112 – Enter the maximum number of materials
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a user tries to execute a transaction or report that requires specifying the maximum number of materials (articles) to be processed or displayed, but the input field for the maximum number of materials is left empty or zero. The system expects a valid positive number to limit the volume of data retrieved or processed.
  
  Explanation:
  In many SAP retail or logistics-related transactions (such as article lists, inventory reports, or material selection screens), the system requires the user to specify how many materials should be handled at once. This is to prevent performance issues or overly large data sets being processed or displayed.
  If the user does not enter a value in the "Maximum number of materials" field, the system throws this error to prompt the user to enter a valid number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a valid number in the "Maximum number of materials" input field before executing the transaction or report.
  The number should be a positive integer, typically reflecting the maximum number of materials you want to process or display.
  If unsure, start with a reasonable number (e.g., 100 or 1000) depending on the expected data volume and system performance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is common in SAP Retail (IS-Retail) or Logistics modules where material master data or article lists are handled.
  The field is often labeled as "Max. number of materials" or similar.
  Setting this limit helps avoid system timeouts or performance degradation.
  If you frequently need to process large numbers of materials, consider discussing with your SAP Basis or functional team about system performance or batch processing options.
  Check if there are default values or parameters that can be set to avoid manual entry every time.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WRF_ARTICLELIST112
  
  
  Meaning
  Maximum number of materials not entered
  
  
  Cause
  Required input field for max materials is empty or zero
  
  
  Solution
  Enter a positive integer in the max materials field
  
  
  Module
  SAP Retail (IS-Retail), Logistics
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide the transaction code or context where this error occurs.