How To Fix WU482 - No materials found for margin overview - report not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 482

• Message text: No materials found for margin overview - report not possible

What causes this issue?

No promotion materials for the margin overview were found for the
selection data. You can only execute the analysis for materials with
prices that are active at plant or plant group level.

How to fix this error?

Activate the prices in subsequent promotion processing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU482 - No materials found for margin overview - report not possible ?

  The SAP error message WU482 ("No materials found for margin overview - report not possible") typically occurs in the context of margin analysis or reporting within the SAP system, particularly when using the Margin Analysis functionality in SAP Controlling (CO) or Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error indicates that the system could not find any materials that meet the criteria for the margin overview report.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: There may be no materials or transactions that match the selection criteria defined in the report.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The parameters set for the report (such as date range, material type, or other filters) may be too restrictive or incorrect.
  Missing Master Data: The required material master data or related transactional data may not be maintained in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the materials or data required for the report.
  Data Not Updated: The data may not have been updated or posted correctly in the system, leading to a lack of available information for the report.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria for the report to ensure they are appropriate and not overly restrictive.
  Verify Data Availability: Ensure that there are materials and relevant transactions in the system that should be included in the report. You can check the material master and related documents.
  Review Master Data: Confirm that all necessary master data (e.g., material master records, pricing conditions) is correctly maintained and available in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data required for the report.
  Data Consistency: Run any necessary data consistency checks or reports to ensure that the data is correctly posted and updated in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the report and its requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE30 (for CO-PA reports) or other related reporting transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can perform a deeper analysis of the system and data.