How To Fix WU509 - Variant matrix only possible for generic material

WU509 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 509

• Message text: Variant matrix only possible for generic material

What causes this issue?

You selected the function for displaying the variant matrix.

System Response

The variant matrix shows the individual variants of a generic material
in matrix or list form. You are able to display some data for the
individual variants (characteristics) and change other data (promotion
prices and promotion quantities).

How to fix this error?

Place the cursor in the line containing the generic material for which
you want to call the variants and then execute the function again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU509 - Variant matrix only possible for generic material ?

  The SAP error message WU509, which states "Variant matrix only possible for generic material," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that the system is expecting a generic material (a material that serves as a template for variants) but is instead encountering a specific material that does not meet the criteria for variant configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material you are trying to use is not defined as a generic material in the system. Generic materials are used in variant configuration to create different product variants based on certain characteristics.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the material may not be set up correctly, or the material may not be assigned to the appropriate class or characteristics.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the generic material may be incomplete or missing, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Type: Ensure that the material you are working