How To Fix WU517 - Material &1/&2, plant &3: &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Material &1/&2, plant &3: &4

What causes this issue?

The check on the items for which price calculation is to be carried out
showed errors. More information is contained in the relevant messages.

System Response

The system rejects price calculation for the incorrect items. Your price
status is set to "Incorrect".

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_CHECK
Restart price calculation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU517 - Material &1/&2, plant &3: &4 ?

  The SAP error message WU517 typically indicates an issue related to a material in a specific plant. The message format usually includes placeholders for the material number, material type, plant, and a description of the issue. Here’s a breakdown of the components and potential solutions:
  Cause:
  The error message WU517 can arise due to various reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Material Not Defined: The material specified may not be defined in the system for the given plant.
  Material Status: The material might be blocked or have a status that prevents it from being used in transactions.
  Plant-Specific Data Missing: There may be missing or incomplete data for the material in the specified plant.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the material master or plant settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the material in the specified plant.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WU517 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03) and verify that the material exists for the specified plant.
  Ensure that all necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) are maintained for the material in that plant.
  
  
  
  Review Material Status:
  
  Check if the material is blocked or has a status that restricts its use. You can do this in the Material Master under the "Status" tab.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant Data:
  
  Ensure that all required plant-specific data is correctly maintained. This includes checking for valid storage locations, valuation data, and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the material and plant. Ensure that the material type and other settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the material in the specified plant. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and potential resolutions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM01 (Create Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.