How To Fix WRF_REF112 - &4 Filtering hist. Basis switched on: only plants of categ. >&1< allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 112

• Message text: &4 Filtering hist. Basis switched on: only plants of categ. >&1< allowed

What causes this issue?

The <LS>Filtering Historical Basis</> switch has been turned on. This is
why you can only enter references that contain a plant of category '&V1&
'. The plant must have the same category as the references to which it
is assigned.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_REF112 - &4 Filtering hist. Basis switched on: only plants of categ. >&1< allowed ?

  The SAP error message WRF_REF112 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Retail module, particularly when dealing with the assignment of plants to a certain category or when filtering historical data. The message indicates that the system is enforcing a restriction based on the configuration of the historical basis for the plants involved.
  Cause:
  The error message WRF_REF112 is triggered when:
  
  Filtering Historical Basis: The system is set to filter historical data, and the configuration restricts the plants that can be processed based on their category.
  Plant Category Mismatch: The plant you are trying to use does not belong to the allowed category specified in the configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the Customizing (SPRO) for the relevant application area may not be aligned with the plants you are trying to work with.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Plant Categories:
  
  Verify the category of the plant you are trying to use. Ensure that it matches the allowed categories specified in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings (SPRO) and check the configuration for the historical basis filtering. Look for settings related to plant categories and ensure that the plants you are working with are included in the allowed categories.
  
  
  
  Adjust Filtering Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the filtering settings to include the plant category you are trying to use. This may involve changing the configuration to allow for additional plant categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of the filtering settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the desired functionality is achieved.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, MM01 for material master data, or WRF related transactions for retail-specific settings.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.