How To Fix WSD_MESSAGE017 - Select material type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSD_MESSAGE - Message class for WSD

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Select material type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSD_MESSAGE017 - Select material type ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WSD_MESSAGE017: Select material type
  
  Cause:
  This error message typically occurs when a user is trying to create or process a material master record or perform a related transaction, but the system requires the user to specify the Material Type and it has not been entered or selected.
  The Material Type is a mandatory field in many material master transactions because it determines the attributes, screen layout, and business processes applicable to the material.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During material master creation (transaction codes like MM01, MM02, MM03).
  When using certain SAP modules or custom programs that require material type input.
  In workflows or custom developments where material type selection is mandatory but missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select the Material Type:
  
  When prompted, choose the appropriate material type from the list.
  Common material types include:
  
  ROH - Raw Materials
  FERT - Finished Products
  HALB - Semi-finished Products
  VERP - Packaging Materials
  DIEN - Services
  
  
  The choice depends on the nature of the material you are creating or processing.
  
  
  
  Check Default Settings:
  
  If the system should default a material type but does not, check the configuration or user parameters.
  Verify if any user exit or BAdI is overriding or clearing the material type field.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If this error appears in a custom program or enhancement, ensure that the material type is being passed correctly.
  Debug the program to check where the material type is expected and why it is missing.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure users are trained to select the material type when creating or editing materials.
  Provide clear instructions or default values where possible.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Material Type Configuration:
  
  Transaction OMS2 allows you to configure material types, their number ranges, and screen sequences.
  
  
  Material Master Transactions:  
  
  MM01 - Create Material  
  MM02 - Change Material  
  MM03 - Display Material
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Help Portal or OSS Notes for any known issues related to material type selection in your SAP version.
  
  
  User Parameters:
  
  Sometimes user parameters (SU3) can be set to default a material type.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WSD_MESSAGE017 Select material type means the system requires you to specify the material type before proceeding. Simply select the appropriate material type in the material master transaction or ensure your program passes this value correctly.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.