How To Fix WSD_MESSAGE047 - Material Master configuration not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSD_MESSAGE - Message class for WSD

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Material Master configuration not found

What causes this issue?

If the simplified material creation method creates plant-specific data,
the related valuation data is not created because the valuation area is
not defined at a plant level.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSD_MESSAGE047 - Material Master configuration not found ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message: WSD_MESSAGE047 - Material Master configuration not found
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when the system is unable to find the required configuration or settings related to the Material Master in the context of a specific process or transaction. It often arises in scenarios involving integration or advanced functions such as:
  
  SAP S/4HANA Embedded EWM (Extended Warehouse Management)
  SAP TM (Transportation Management)
  SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) or MM (Materials Management) integration points
  Custom developments or enhancements that rely on specific Material Master configurations
  
  The root cause is usually one of the following:
  
  Missing or incomplete configuration in the Material Master settings.
  Missing assignment of the Material Master to relevant organizational units (e.g., Plant, Storage Location).
  Missing or incorrect configuration in related customizing (IMG) settings, such as warehouse product master, material type settings, or integration settings.
  The system is trying to access a configuration that has not been maintained or activated for the material in question.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material exists and is properly maintained in the Material Master (transaction MM03).
  Ensure that all relevant views (Basic Data, Plant Data, Warehouse Management, etc.) are maintained.
  Confirm that the material is assigned to the correct Plant and Storage Location.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration in IMG:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Warehouse Management ? Master Data ? Define Warehouse Product Master.
  Check if the material type and warehouse product master settings are correctly maintained.
  For EWM scenarios, ensure that the material is properly replicated or created in the EWM system.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during integration (e.g., between SAP ERP and EWM or TM), verify that the integration models and CIF (Core Interface) settings are correct.
  Ensure that the material is included in the integration model and successfully replicated.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If custom developments are involved, check the code or user exits/BAdIs that access Material Master data.
  Ensure that the code handles cases where configuration might be missing.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Update Material Master Configuration:
  
  If configuration is missing, create or update the necessary entries.
  For example, in EWM, create the warehouse product master for the material.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Sometimes, missing authorizations can cause the system to behave as if configuration is missing.
  Verify user roles and authorizations related to Material Master and warehouse management.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03 – Display Material Master
  MM02 – Change Material Master
  SPRO – Customizing Implementation Guide
  /SCWM/MAT1 – Create Warehouse Product Master (EWM)
  CIF Transactions – For integration checks (e.g., CFM1, CFM2)
  
  
  
  Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to Material Master and Warehouse Management integration.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation for Material Master and EWM integration.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Material Master not replicated to EWM system.
  Missing warehouse product master in EWM.
  Incorrect or missing material type configuration.
  Integration model not updated or activated.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WSD_MESSAGE047 - Material Master configuration not found indicates missing or incomplete configuration related to the Material Master in the context of the process being executed. The solution involves verifying and completing the Material Master data, ensuring proper configuration in customizing, checking integration settings, and addressing any custom code issues.
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.