How To Fix WRF_FOLUPART054 - You can only process follow-up/repl. mat. for variants already in the DB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 054

• Message text: You can only process follow-up/repl. mat. for variants already in the DB

What causes this issue?

You can only create, change, and delete follow-up/replacement material
relationships for variants of the generic material that are already
saved in the database.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to create follow-up/replacement material relationships for
variants that you have just created, but not saved yet in the material
master, you have to save the variants in the material master first. Then
start the maintenance transaction for the generic material again and go
to processing for follow-up/replacement materials.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_FOLUPART054 - You can only process follow-up/repl. mat. for variants already in the DB ?

  The SAP error message WRF_FOLUPART054 indicates that you are trying to process a follow-up or replacement material for a variant that does not exist in the database. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with materials that have specific configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Variant: The variant you are trying to process has not been created or does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number you are using may be incorrect or not linked to the variant configuration.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing the variant.
  Missing Configuration: The variant may require specific configuration settings that have not been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Existence: Verify that the variant you are trying to process exists in the database. You can do this by checking the material master or variant configuration settings.
  Correct Material Number: Ensure that you are using the correct material number associated with the variant. Double-check for any typos or errors.
  Create Missing Variants: If the variant does not exist, you may need to create it in the system. This can involve setting up the necessary configuration and ensuring that all required data is entered.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for the material and ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling variants and follow-up materials.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CU50 (Configure Material).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify variants in the system.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on variant configuration to better understand how to manage materials and variants effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the follow-up or replacement material for the desired variant.