How To Fix WRF_PCM026 - No scheduled catalog items exist, batch run terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PCM - Price Catalog Inbound

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No scheduled catalog items exist, batch run terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PCM026 - No scheduled catalog items exist, batch run terminated ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PCM026 indicates that there are no scheduled catalog items available for processing in the batch run. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Retail module, particularly when dealing with the Price Change Management (PCM) functionality.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Scheduled Items: The primary cause of this error is that there are no items scheduled for processing in the catalog. This could be due to:
  
  No items being created or scheduled for the specific catalog run.
  The scheduled items may have been deleted or not properly set up.
  The selection criteria for the batch job may not match any existing catalog items.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the catalog or the batch job settings.
  
  
  Data Issues: There could be data inconsistencies or issues in the master data that prevent items from being scheduled.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scheduled Items: 
  
  Verify if there are any items scheduled for the catalog run. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., WRF_CATALOG) to see if items are listed.
  Ensure that the items you expect to be processed are indeed scheduled.
  
  
  
  Review Batch Job Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the batch job that is triggering this error. Ensure that the selection criteria are correct and that they match the items you want to process.
  Make sure that the job is set up to run at the correct time and frequency.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Review the master data for the items you expect to be processed. Ensure that they are correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Check for any missing or incorrect data that might prevent items from being scheduled.
  
  
  
  Recreate Catalog Items: If necessary, recreate the catalog items that should be scheduled for processing.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: 
  
  Check the job logs for more detailed error messages or warnings that could provide additional context about why no items were found.
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to look for any related logs that might give insights into the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  WRF_CATALOG: To manage catalogs.
  WRF_PCM: To access Price Change Management functionalities.
  SM37: To monitor batch jobs and check their status.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that might address this issue.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the WRF_PCM026 error and implement a solution to resolve it.