How To Fix WRF_ARTICLELIST129 - You have exceeded the maximum number of materials to be assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_ARTICLELIST - Mesage Class of Material List

• Message number: 129

• Message text: You have exceeded the maximum number of materials to be assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_ARTICLELIST129 - You have exceeded the maximum number of materials to be assigned ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_ARTICLELIST129 – "You have exceeded the maximum number of materials to be assigned."
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to assign more materials to a particular object (such as a sales document, article list, or assortment) than the system allows. SAP has a predefined limit on the number of materials that can be assigned to certain entities to ensure performance and data integrity. When this limit is exceeded, the system throws this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Materials:  
  
  Review the list of materials you are trying to assign and reduce the number to be within the allowed limit.
  Split the assignment into smaller batches if you need to assign a large number of materials.
  
  
  
  Check and Adjust the Maximum Limit (if applicable):  
  
  In some SAP systems, the maximum number of materials allowed can be configured or adjusted by system parameters or customizing.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to check if the limit can be increased safely without impacting system performance.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Approaches:  
  
  Instead of assigning all materials directly, consider using material groups or assortments to group materials logically.
  Assign these groups or assortments instead of individual materials.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is commonly encountered in modules like SAP Retail (IS-Retail), SAP CRM, or SAP SD when dealing with assortments, article lists, or sales documents.
  The exact maximum number allowed can vary depending on SAP version, system configuration, and business process.
  Always ensure that increasing limits does not degrade system performance.
  Check SAP Notes or OSS messages for your specific SAP version for any patches or recommendations related to this error.
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide details about the transaction or process where this error occurs, and the SAP module/version you are using.