How To Fix WRF_WSUBST063 - No valid ordering method key maintained for material &1 at plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 063

• Message text: No valid ordering method key maintained for material &1 at plant &2

What causes this issue?

If there is no valid ordering method key (MARC-BWSCL, stock transfer
allowed) maintained for the follow-up material at the plant, the system
creates a substitution proposal with a quantity of 0 for the follow-up
material.

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 an ordering method key with "Stock Transfer Allowed" for the
follow-up material at the plant.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_WSUBST063 - No valid ordering method key maintained for material &1 at plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_WSUBST063 indicates that there is no valid ordering method key maintained for a specific material in a particular plant. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and inventory control within the SAP system, particularly when trying to process a purchase order, sales order, or any other transaction that requires an ordering method.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Ordering Method Key: The primary cause of this error is that the material specified (denoted as &1) does not have an ordering method key assigned in the material master data for the specified plant (denoted as &2).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or plant may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of an ordering method.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, possibly due to recent changes or data migrations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number and plant.
  Navigate to the Purchasing or MRP views (depending on the context of the error) and check if the ordering method key is maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Ordering Method Key:
  
  If the ordering method key is missing, you can maintain it using transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Select the appropriate views (Purchasing or MRP) and enter a valid ordering method key.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about which ordering method key to use, consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to your organization's documentation to determine the appropriate key for the material and plant.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the material master data. If there have been recent changes, verify that they were applied correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for the specific ordering methods applicable to your materials and plants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Ordering Method Key: This key determines how materials are ordered, whether through purchase orders, production orders, or other means. It is crucial for inventory management and procurement processes.
  Material Master Views: The material master contains various views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, MRP) that hold different types of information about the material. Each view may have specific fields that need to be filled out correctly.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material can be processed correctly in the SAP system.