How To Fix WRF_FOLUPART050 - &: Follow-up/replacement mat. relationship at finer data retention level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_FOLUPART - Follow-Up/Replacement Material

• Message number: 050

• Message text: &: Follow-up/replacement mat. relationship at finer data retention level

What causes this issue?

You created a follow-up/replacement material relationship that is not
assigned to an assortment, and is therefore valid client-wide.
However, one or more follow-up/replacement material relationships
already exist for the same original material, the same
follow-up/replacement material, and the same follow-up type - and they
are assigned to an assortment.

System Response

Independent of the settings for the follow-up type, whenever a
follow-up/replacement material relationship that is valid client-wide is
created, the system always checks whether identical relationships
already exist that are assigned to an assortment.
The system displays this warning message, but saves the
follow-up/replacement material relationship.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_FOLUPART050 - &: Follow-up/replacement mat. relationship at finer data retention level ?

  The SAP error message WRF_FOLUPART050 typically relates to issues with the follow-up or replacement material relationship in the context of material management and inventory control. This error often arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data retention levels for materials that are supposed to have a follow-up or replacement relationship.
  Cause:
  
  Data Retention Level Mismatch: The error usually indicates that the follow-up or replacement material is set at a different data retention level than the original material. This can happen if the materials are configured differently in terms of their lifecycle or data retention settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the materials in the system, such as incorrect settings in the material master data.
  Missing Relationships: The follow-up or replacement relationship may not be properly defined in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with the material master data, such as missing or incorrect entries, can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for both the original and follow-up/replacement materials. Ensure that they are configured correctly and that their data retention levels match.
  Define Relationships: If the follow-up or replacement relationship is not defined, you may need to create it in the system. This can typically be done through transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or using the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Adjust Data Retention Levels: If there is a mismatch in data retention levels, adjust the settings to ensure that both materials have the same retention level.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring follow-up and replacement materials.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the follow-up/replacement relationships function as intended.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and configurations.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_FOLUPART050 error and ensure that your material relationships are correctly configured in SAP.