How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL005 - You have to select the basic data view for new materials

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_MATERIAL - Additional Messages for Material Master (Retail)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: You have to select the basic data view for new materials

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL005 - You have to select the basic data view for new materials ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL005 indicates that when creating a new material, the system requires you to select the basic data view. This error typically occurs in the Material Master creation process when the necessary views are not specified or selected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing View Selection: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected the required views (like Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, etc.) while creating a new material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master that require certain views to be selected based on the material type or industry sector.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify certain views in the Material Master.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Basic Data View:
  
  When creating a new material, ensure that you select the Basic Data view (and any other required views) in the material creation screen.
  You can do this by navigating to the Material Master transaction (MM01) and ensuring that the Basic Data view is checked in the "Select View(s)" screen.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration for the material type in transaction OMW1. Ensure that the required views are correctly set up for the material type you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to create materials and access the required views. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Material Master creation for any specific requirements or additional settings that may be needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Material Master Views: Understand the different views available in the Material Master and their significance (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing, Accounting, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_MATERIAL005 error and successfully create the new material in SAP.