How To Fix WRF_REF100 - Material/Plant from Header Record must be permitted for search of modules

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_REF - Messages from References for Materials Without History

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Material/Plant from Header Record must be permitted for search of modules

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_REF100 - Material/Plant from Header Record must be permitted for search of modules ?

  The SAP error message WRF_REF100 indicates that there is an issue with the material or plant specified in the header record of a document (such as a sales order, purchase order, or other related documents) that is being processed in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or when working with the SAP Retail module.
  Cause:
  The error message WRF_REF100 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  
  Material/Plant Not Permitted: The material or plant specified in the header record is not permitted for the operation being performed. This could be due to configuration settings that restrict certain materials or plants from being used in specific processes.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The material master data or plant data may not be correctly set up. This includes missing or incorrect entries in the material master or plant master records.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified material or plant.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain materials or plants in the context of the operation being performed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WRF_REF100 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material and Plant Configuration:
  
  Verify that the material and plant are correctly set up in the system. Check the material master record (transaction code MM03) and ensure that the plant is assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material and plant. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Review the customizing settings in the SAP system related to the material and plant. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) for the relevant modules (e.g., Retail, APO).
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with the functional team responsible for the relevant module (e.g., SAP Retail or APO) to ensure that the material and plant are permitted for the specific operation being performed.
  
  
  
  Error Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the error logs and traces for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the material and plant can be used as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may be useful for checking material and plant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message WRF_REF100 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP Retail, SAP APO) for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WRF_REF100 error in your SAP system.