How To Fix WRF_WLAY286 - Material & cannot be transferred to the purchasing list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Material & cannot be transferred to the purchasing list

What causes this issue?

Cannot transfer material because of its material type. Only single
materials and material variants are permitted.

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_WLAY286 - Material & cannot be transferred to the purchasing list ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WLAY286 indicates that a specific material cannot be transferred to the purchasing list. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and purchasing processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with the creation or maintenance of purchasing info records or when trying to add materials to a purchasing list.
  Causes:
  
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents it from being used in purchasing. For example, it could be marked as "blocked" or "inactive."
  Material Type: The material type may not be allowed for purchasing. Certain material types are designated for specific purposes and may not be eligible for purchasing activities.
  Missing Data: Required data for the material may be missing, such as purchasing group, purchasing organization, or other relevant information.
  Plant Assignment: The material may not be assigned to a plant, or the plant may not be set up correctly for purchasing.
  Purchasing Info Record: There may be issues with the purchasing info record itself, such as it being incomplete or incorrectly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in the material master. If it is blocked or inactive, you may need to change its status to active.
  Review Material Type: Ensure that the material type is appropriate for purchasing activities. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator to change the material type.
  Complete Required Data: Go to the material master and ensure that all required fields for purchasing are filled out correctly. This includes the purchasing group, purchasing organization, and any other relevant data.
  Plant Assignment: Check if the material is assigned to the correct plant and that the plant is set up for purchasing. You can do this in the material master under the plant-specific data.
  Purchasing Info Record: Review the purchasing info record for the material. Ensure that it is complete and correctly configured. If necessary, create or update the purchasing info record.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record), or ME12 (Change Purchasing Info Record) to make the necessary changes.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and purchasing info records.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material management and purchasing processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management and purchasing.