How To Fix WU516 - You have not selected plant/items. Not processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 516

• Message text: You have not selected plant/items. Not processed

What causes this issue?

You did not select a plant or promotion items.

System Response

Announcement, reminder or confirmation cannot take place.

How to fix this error?

Select the plant or promotion items that you want to process.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU516 - You have not selected plant/items. Not processed ?

  The SAP error message WU516 ("You have not selected plant/items. Not processed") typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or process that requires the selection of specific plants or items, but none have been selected. This can happen in various contexts, such as during inventory management, procurement, or production planning.
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: The most common cause is that the user did not select any plants or items in the relevant selection screen.
  Filters Applied: There may be filters or criteria set that exclude all available plants or items, leading to none being selected.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain plants or items.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data, such as missing or incorrectly configured plants or items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Plants/Items: Ensure that you have selected at least one plant and one item in the selection screen before executing the transaction.
  Check Filters: Review any filters or selection criteria you have applied to ensure they are not excluding all available options.
  Review Authorizations: Check your user authorizations to ensure you have access to the plants and items you are trying to select.
  Data Verification: Verify that the plants and items you are trying to work with are correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the master data for any inconsistencies.
  Transaction Code: Make sure you are using the correct transaction code for the process you are trying to execute.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, the error may occur in various transaction codes such as MIGO (Goods Movement), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or others related to inventory and procurement.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user documentation or training materials for guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WU516 error and proceed with your SAP transactions.