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How To Fix WRMA_FI008 - Site &1 is not relevant for RMA (no RMA profile assigned)


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WRMA_FI - Messages for RMA

  • Message number: 008

  • Message text: Site &1 is not relevant for RMA (no RMA profile assigned)

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  • What causes this issue?

    If no RMA profile is assigned to a site, then that site is not relevant
    for RMA.

    System Response

    Processing is canceled.

    How to fix this error?

    Assign an RMA profile to the site master of site &V1&.

    Procedure for System Administrators

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_FI008 - Site &1 is not relevant for RMA (no RMA profile assigned) ?

    The SAP error message:

    WRMA_FI008 Site &1 is not relevant for RMA (no RMA profile assigned)


    Cause:

    This error occurs when you try to process a Return Material Authorization (RMA) for a particular site (plant or location), but the system does not find an RMA profile assigned to that site. In SAP, each site involved in RMA processing must have an RMA profile configured to define how returns are handled for that site.

    If the site does not have an RMA profile assigned, the system considers the site irrelevant for RMA processing and throws this error.


    Explanation:

    • Site &1 refers to the site (plant or location) you are trying to use in the RMA transaction.
    • The RMA profile controls the return process parameters such as allowed return reasons, credit processing, and other return-specific settings.
    • Without an RMA profile, the system cannot determine how to handle returns for that site.

    Solution:

    1. Assign an RMA profile to the site:

      • Go to the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) via transaction code SPRO.
      • Navigate to:
        Logistics Execution -> Shipping -> Returns -> Define RMA Profiles
      • Check if an RMA profile exists for the site in question.
      • If not, create or assign an appropriate RMA profile to the site.
    2. Check site master data:

      • Verify the site (plant) master data to ensure it is correctly maintained.
      • Use transaction OVZ9 or relevant customizing to assign the RMA profile to the site.
    3. Verify RMA profile configuration:

      • Ensure the RMA profile is active and correctly configured for the business process.
      • Check if the profile allows returns for the material and customer combination.
    4. Test the RMA process again:

      • After assigning the RMA profile, retry the RMA transaction.
      • The error should no longer appear if the profile is correctly assigned.

    Additional Information:

    • RMA profiles are essential for controlling return processes in SAP.
    • The error is common when new sites/plants are added but the RMA configuration is not updated accordingly.
    • This error can appear in various RMA-related transactions such as creating return deliveries, credit memos, or return orders.
    • Proper coordination between logistics, sales, and finance teams is necessary to maintain consistent RMA settings.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Error WRMA_FI008 Site &1 is not relevant for RMA
    Cause No RMA profile assigned to the site
    Solution Assign an RMA profile to the site in customizing (SPRO)
    Transaction SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Shipping ? Returns ? Define RMA Profiles
    Check Site master data and RMA profile assignment

    If you need the exact IMG path or transaction codes for your SAP version, please specify your SAP module (e.g., SD, LE) and version.

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