How To Fix WRMA_CAT007 - Article &1 does not belong to RMA object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_CAT - RMA cost allocation

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Article &1 does not belong to RMA object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_CAT007 - Article &1 does not belong to RMA object &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRMA_CAT007 Article &1 does not belong to RMA object &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Return Material Authorization (RMA) process when you try to assign or process an article (material) that is not linked or assigned to the specified RMA object. In other words, the system expects the article to be part of the RMA object’s allowed or predefined article list, but it is not found there.
  
  &1 = Article (Material) number you tried to use.
  &2 = RMA object (e.g., RMA category, RMA type, or RMA header object) to which the article should belong.
  
  The root cause is typically one of the following:
  
  The article has not been assigned to the RMA object in the customizing or master data.
  The article is incorrect or mistyped.
  The RMA object configuration does not include the article.
  There is a mismatch between the article master data and the RMA object settings.
  
  
  Where does this occur?
  
  During RMA creation or processing in SAP CRM or SAP ERP modules that handle returns.
  When adding or validating articles against RMA objects.
  In the RMA category or RMA object assignment steps.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check Article Assignment:
  
  Verify that the article (material) &1 is assigned to the RMA object &2.
  This is usually maintained in customizing under RMA settings or in master data.
  For example, in SAP CRM, check the RMA category configuration and ensure the article is included.
  
  
  
  Maintain Article in RMA Object:
  
  If the article is missing, assign it to the RMA object.
  This can be done via transaction codes or customizing paths depending on your SAP system:
  
  In SAP CRM: Use transaction SM30 to maintain tables related to RMA categories and articles.
  In SAP ERP: Check material master and RMA configuration.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Article Number:
  
  Confirm that the article number entered is correct and exists in the system.
  Check for typos or incorrect material numbers.
  
  
  
  Check RMA Object Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the RMA object &2 to ensure it is set up to accept the article.
  Sometimes, RMA categories or types have restrictions on which articles can be processed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes / Documentation:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to RMA article assignment issues.
  Sometimes patches or updates fix known bugs.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  RMA Object: This could be an RMA category, RMA type, or a specific grouping used in your SAP system to control return processes.
  Customization Path:
  
  In SAP CRM, RMA settings are often found under:
  
  SPRO -> Customer Relationship Management -> Transactions -> Service Processing -> Return Material Authorization -> Define RMA Categories
  Related Transactions:  
  
  CRMD_ORDER (for CRM RMA processing)  
  SM30 (table maintenance)  
  Material master transactions (MM03) to verify article data.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Article &1 does not belong to RMA object &2
  
  
  Cause
  Article not assigned to RMA object or incorrect article number
  
  
  Solution
  Assign article to RMA object; verify article number and RMA configuration
  
  
  Where to Check
  RMA category configuration, article master data, customizing tables
  
  
  
  
  If you provide your SAP system version or module (e.g., SAP CRM, SAP ERP), I can give more precise instructions.
  
  Let me know if you need help with specific transaction codes or customizing steps!