How To Fix WRF_WSUBST015 - No substitution master data found; purchase order &1, item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_WSUBST - Article Substitution: Messages Central Determination Logic

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No substitution master data found; purchase order &1, item &2

What causes this issue?

The was unable to find any switchover proposals for the event-controlled
substitution of an original material with a follow-up material (without
forced switchover at the end of the switchover period).

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_WSUBST015 - No substitution master data found; purchase order &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WSUBST015 indicates that there is no substitution master data found for a specific purchase order and item. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP system's handling of substitution processes, which are used to manage scenarios where a product is substituted with another product due to various reasons (e.g., stock shortages, product discontinuation).
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Substitution Master Data: The primary cause of this error is that the substitution master data for the specified purchase order and item does not exist in the system. This could happen if:
  
  The substitution data has not been created or maintained for the relevant materials.
  The substitution data was deleted or not properly configured.
  The purchase order or item does not meet the criteria for substitution.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to substitution in the SAP system.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that prevent the system from finding the appropriate substitution.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substitution Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code WSD1 for maintaining substitution data) and verify if the substitution master data exists for the specified material.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create the necessary substitution records.
  
  
  
  Maintain Substitution Records:
  
  If you find that the substitution data is missing, create or update the substitution records for the relevant materials. Ensure that the correct materials are linked as substitutes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for substitution in the SAP system. Ensure that the substitution process is correctly set up and that all necessary parameters are defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the master data that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing substitution data and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WSD1 (Maintain Substitution) and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to navigate and manage substitution data effectively.
  Substitution Process: Understand the business process for substitutions in your organization, including how and when substitutions are applied in purchasing and inventory management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain substitution master data in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.