How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST123 - The function cannot be used for dynamic material lists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 123

• Message text: The function cannot be used for dynamic material lists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST123 - The function cannot be used for dynamic material lists ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_ARTICLELIST123 The function cannot be used for dynamic material lists
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a function or operation that is designed to work only with static material lists is attempted on a dynamic material list. In SAP Retail (or related modules), material lists can be either static (fixed set of materials) or dynamic (determined by a selection criteria or rule at runtime). Certain functions or transactions do not support dynamic lists because the materials are not explicitly stored but generated dynamically.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Static Material List: A predefined, fixed list of materials maintained manually.
  Dynamic Material List: A list generated dynamically based on selection criteria or rules (e.g., all materials in a certain category or with certain attributes).
  
  The error indicates that the function you are trying to use expects a static list but received a dynamic one.
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Trying to assign or process a dynamic material list in a function module or transaction that only supports static lists.
  Using certain pricing, promotion, or assortment functions that require static lists.
  Attempting to maintain or change material lists in a way incompatible with dynamic lists.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Material List Type:
  
  Verify if the material list you are working with is dynamic.
  You can check this in the material list maintenance transaction or via the relevant table (e.g., WLF_MATLIST).
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Functions:
  
  Use functions or transactions that support dynamic material lists.
  If the function does not support dynamic lists, consider converting the dynamic list to a static list if possible.
  
  
  
  Convert Dynamic to Static List (if applicable):
  
  If business process allows, create a static material list with the required materials.
  Use this static list in the function instead of the dynamic one.
  
  
  
  Adjust Business Process:
  
  Review the process flow to ensure that dynamic lists are only used where supported.
  For functions that require static lists, ensure the input is a static list.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any patches or updates related to this error.
  Review SAP Retail or relevant module documentation for handling material lists.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  Material List Maintenance: WLF1, WLF2
  Assortment or Promotion Transactions that use material lists.
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  WLF_MATLIST – Material list header data.
  WLF_MATLIST_ITEMS – Material list items.
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  SAP Retail (IS-Retail)
  SAP Promotion Management
  SAP Assortment Planning
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for notes related to WRF_ARTICLELIST123 or material list handling in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WRF_ARTICLELIST123 indicates an attempt to use a function incompatible with dynamic material lists. The solution is to ensure that the function is used with static material lists or to adjust the process to handle dynamic lists appropriately.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or function module where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.