How To Fix WRF_FOLUPART058 - &: Follow-up/replacement material not specified in import file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 058

• Message text: &: Follow-up/replacement material not specified in import file

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The system cannot create, change, or delete the follow-up/replacement
material relationship.

How to fix this error?

Specify a follow-up/replacement material for the follow-up/replacement
material relationship in the import file.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_FOLUPART058 - &: Follow-up/replacement material not specified in import file ?

  The SAP error message WRF_FOLUPART058 indicates that a follow-up or replacement material has not been specified in the import file during a process that involves material management, such as during the import of data related to materials or product master records.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Data: The import file does not contain the necessary information regarding the follow-up or replacement material.
  Incorrect File Format: The structure of the import file may not conform to the expected format, leading to missing fields.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in SAP that require follow-up materials to be specified, and these settings are not being met by the import file.
  Data Integrity Issues: The specified follow-up material may not exist in the system or may not be correctly linked to the original material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Import File:
  
  Ensure that the import file includes the necessary fields for follow-up or replacement materials.
  Verify that the data is correctly formatted and adheres to the expected structure.
  
  
  
  Validate Material Data:
  
  Confirm that the follow-up or replacement material specified in the import file exists in the SAP system.
  Check if the material is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Look into the configuration settings related to material management in SAP. Ensure that the settings do not mandate the specification of follow-up materials unless necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the import process and required fields.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  If possible, create a small sample import file with the necessary follow-up material data and test the import process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to material management, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may help in managing material data.
  Data Import Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or BAPIs for data import, ensure that the mapping and field assignments are correctly set up.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.