How To Fix WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC014 - No materials number was handed over

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC - Message object for WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No materials number was handed over

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC014 - No materials number was handed over ?

  The SAP error message:
  WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC014: No materials number was handed over
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a material number is expected in a process (such as during inventory management, goods movement, or production order processing), but the system does not receive or find any material number in the input data or document. Essentially, the material number field is empty or missing where it is mandatory.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Missing or incorrect material number in the input data (e.g., in a transfer posting, goods receipt, or production order confirmation).
  Data upload or interface issues where the material number is not passed correctly.
  User input error where the material number was not entered.
  Custom enhancements or user exits that clear or fail to populate the material number field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Data:
  
  Verify that the material number is correctly entered in the transaction or document.
  If the data is coming from an external system or interface, check the data mapping and ensure the material number is correctly passed.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction or Process:
  
  Identify the transaction or process step where the error occurs.
  Ensure that the material number field is populated before saving or posting.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error occurs in a custom program or user exit, debug to check why the material number is missing.
  Check if any BAdIs, user exits, or enhancements are clearing or not setting the material number.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check if the material master exists and is active.
  Ensure that the material number used is valid in the plant and storage location context.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for specific fixes or patches.
  Review SAP standard documentation for the transaction or process involved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is typically encountered in Inventory Management (IM), Warehouse Management (WM), Production Planning (PP), or Material Management (MM) modules.
  The message class is usually WSTI_MLT_INV_DOC or similar.
  The error prevents further processing until a valid material number is provided.
  If the error occurs during data upload (e.g., LSMW, IDoc processing), check the source file or IDoc segments for missing material numbers.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Material number field is empty or missing where required.
  Solution: Ensure material number is correctly entered and passed in the process; check data input, interfaces, and custom code.
  Check: Input data, material master validity, custom enhancements, and SAP Notes.
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process context, I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.