How To Fix WRF_WSUBST058 - 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: 058

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

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to find any substitution proposals for
time-controlled substitution of an original material with a follow-up m
aterial.

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?

Create corresponding substitution master data in the <DS:TRAN.WRFFUART>
Maintain Follow-Up/Replacement Material Relationships</> transaction.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_WSUBST058 - No substitution master data found; purchase order &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WSUBST058 indicates that there is no substitution master data found for a specific purchase order and item. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's handling of substitution processes, which are used to replace one material with another in purchasing or inventory management scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Substitution Master Data: The primary cause of this error is that the substitution master data for the specified material (item) in the purchase order does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The substitution settings may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the absence of relevant data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or the configuration that prevent the system from finding the appropriate substitution.
  Material Not Defined for Substitution: The material in question may not have been set up for substitution in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Substitution Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the substitution master data in the SAP system (transaction code MM02 for material master or ME11 for purchasing info records).
  Verify if the substitution data exists for the specified material and item.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Substitution Data:
  
  If the substitution data is missing, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., ME11 for purchasing info records).
  Ensure that the correct materials are defined for substitution.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to substitution in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO).
  Ensure that the substitution process is correctly configured for the relevant materials and purchasing processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up substitution master data and troubleshooting 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 MM02, ME11, SPRO, and others that may be useful for managing material and purchasing data.
  Substitution Process: Understand how the substitution process works in SAP, including how materials are linked and how the system determines which substitutions to apply.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit substitution master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message WRF_WSUBST058 and ensure that the necessary substitution master data is in place for your purchasing processes.