How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL038 - Source list copied for material & and plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Source list copied for material & and plant &

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL038 - Source list copied for material & and plant & ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL038 indicates that there is an issue with the source list for a material in a specific plant. The message typically states that the source list has been copied for the specified material and plant, but there may be a problem with the source list entries or their configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source List Entries: The source list for the material in the specified plant may not have been created or may be incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the source list or the material master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the source list.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or plant that prevent the source list from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Source List Entries:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME01 (Create Source List) or ME03 (Display Source List) to check if the source list exists for the material and plant.
  If it does not exist, create a new source list entry.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out.
  Check the purchasing view and ensure that the material is set up correctly for the plant in question.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the source list are correct. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing (SPRO) related to purchasing and source list management.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the source list. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the material or source list data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME01: Create Source List
  ME03: Display Source List
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing (to check configuration settings)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the source list or the error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on managing source lists and material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.