How To Fix WRF_WLAY165 - It is only possible to assign variants to local assortments

WRF_WLAY165 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_WLAY - Messages in Layout Environment in Fashion Solution

• Message number: 165

• Message text: It is only possible to assign variants to local assortments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_WLAY165 - It is only possible to assign variants to local assortments ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WLAY165 indicates that there is an issue with assigning variants to local assortments in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Retail or Merchandise Management modules, where assortments and variants are managed.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is designed to allow the assignment of variants (such as size, color, etc.) only to local assortments. If you attempt to assign a variant to a non-local assortment (for example, a global assortment), the system will trigger this error message. 
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Assortment Type: Ensure that you are working with a local assortment. If you are trying to assign variants to a global assortment, you will need to either:
  
  Change your approach to only assign variants to local assortments.
  Create a local assortment if you need to work with variants.
  
  
  
  Review Assignment Process: Double-check the process you are using