How To Fix WRF_MATERIAL058 - Info record category & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Info record category & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL058 - Info record category & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WRF_MATERIAL058 indicates that the info record category specified does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or access a purchasing info record, and the system cannot find the specified category.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Info Record Category: The category you are trying to use may not be defined in the system. This could be due to a typo or using an outdated category.
  Configuration Issues: The info record category may not have been set up in the system configuration.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the info record category may not have been created or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Info Record Category:
  
  Verify the info record category you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  You can check the available info record categories in the configuration settings or by using transaction codes like ME11 (Create Info Record) or ME12 (Change Info Record).
  
  
  
  Create or Update Info Record Category:
  
  If the category does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the Purchasing module.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu, navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Info Record > Define Info Record Categories.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the necessary master data (like vendor and material master records) is correctly set up and active.
  Use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material) or MK01 (Create Vendor) to check or create the required master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for more details on the specific info record category and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME11 - Create Info Record
  ME12 - Change Info Record
  ME13 - Display Info Record
  SPRO - Access SAP Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify info records in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.