How To Fix WSD_MESSAGE154 - Calling Material View is not possible in this application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSD_MESSAGE - Message class for WSD

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Calling Material View is not possible in this application

What causes this issue?

You have selected the wrong application for the Material View function.

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?

The Material View function is only implemented in application 01 - Sales
Order.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSD_MESSAGE154 - Calling Material View is not possible in this application ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WSD_MESSAGE154: Calling Material View is not possible in this application
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a user tries to access or call the Material View (such as the material master data or material maintenance screen) from within an SAP application or transaction where this action is not allowed or supported. Essentially, the application context does not permit navigation to the material master view.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Attempting to open the material master from a transaction or screen that restricts such navigation.
  The material master view is not integrated or enabled in the current application.
  Authorization or configuration settings prevent access to the material master from this application.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Application Context:
  
  Verify if the transaction or application you are using supports calling the material master view.
  If not supported, you need to access the material master via the standard transactions like MM01, MM02, or MM03.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Material Master Transactions:
  
  Instead of calling the material view from the current application, directly use the material master transactions:
  
  MM01 – Create Material
  MM02 – Change Material
  MM03 – Display Material
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material master.
  Missing authorization objects related to material master data can cause this error.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  In some custom or industry-specific solutions, the integration to material master might be disabled or not configured.
  Consult with your SAP functional consultant or basis team to verify if the material master view is enabled in the application.
  
  
  
  Custom Development or Enhancements:
  
  If this error occurs in a custom program or enhancement, review the code to ensure that the call to the material master view is done correctly and in a supported context.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Material Master Transactions:
  
  Standard transactions for material master maintenance are MM01, MM02, and MM03.
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Check authorization objects like M_MATE_MAT (Material Master: Material) and M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Plant) for proper user rights.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WSD_MESSAGE154 or similar messages for your specific SAP module or industry solution.
  
  
  Application-Specific Restrictions:
  
  Some SAP modules or industry solutions (e.g., SAP IS-Oil, IS-Retail) may restrict direct access to material master from certain screens.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or application context where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.