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How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST128 - The material & has already been assigned to the material list


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

  • Message number: 128

  • Message text: The material & has already been assigned to the material list

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST128 - The material & has already been assigned to the material list ?

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    SAP Error Message:

    WRF_ARTICLELIST128
    Text: The material & has already been assigned to the material list.


    Cause:

    This error occurs when you try to assign a material to a material list, but the material is already assigned to that same material list. In other words, the system prevents duplicate entries of the same material in a single material list.

    Material lists in SAP are used to group materials for various purposes (e.g., pricing, promotions, assortments). Each material can only appear once in a particular material list to maintain data consistency and avoid redundancy.


    Solution:

    • Check the material list: Verify if the material is already assigned to the material list you are trying to add it to.
    • Avoid duplicate assignment: Do not assign the same material multiple times to the same material list.
    • If you need to update the material: Instead of adding it again, update the existing entry in the material list.
    • If you want to assign the material to a different list: Make sure you select a different material list where the material is not yet assigned.
    • Use transaction codes or reports: Use relevant SAP transactions (e.g., MM03 to display material, or the transaction used to maintain material lists) to check assignments.

    Additional Information:

    • Material Lists: These are often used in Retail (SAP IS-Retail) or Sales and Distribution scenarios.
    • Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP module, material lists can be maintained via transactions like WLF1 (Maintain Material Lists) or through specific customizing.
    • Customizing: Sometimes, this error can also appear if there is a customization or user-exit that enforces unique material assignments.
    • Debugging: If you believe the material is not assigned but still get the error, check for data inconsistencies or database locks.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Error Material already assigned to the material list
    Cause Attempt to assign a material twice to the same list
    Solution Check existing assignments, avoid duplicates, update instead of re-adding
    Related Transactions WLF1, MM03, or module-specific material list maintenance

    If you provide the exact transaction or process where this error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.

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