How To Fix WU580 - No required quantity entered for item &, unit &, plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 580

• Message text: No required quantity entered for item &, unit &, plant &

What causes this issue?

An announcement type requiring confirmation of required quantities is
assigned to the promotion. A confirmation/reply has not been created
for this item.

How to fix this error?

Enter the required quantity of this item in the overview of plant items
in the Plant Quantities screen. If the required quantity is zero, you
can use the appropriate function in the announcement to close the
reply.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU580 - No required quantity entered for item &, unit &, plant & ?

  The SAP error message WU580 ("No required quantity entered for item &, unit &, plant &") typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with procurement or inventory management processes. This error indicates that a required quantity for a specific item in a particular unit and plant has not been entered in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not entered a required quantity for the item in the relevant transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master data, such as missing or incorrect settings for the item in the specified plant.
  Transaction Type: The error may arise from using a transaction type that requires a quantity but does not have one specified.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the quantity or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the required quantity is entered in the relevant field for the item in the transaction you are processing.
  Review Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is correctly set up for the item in question, including the unit of measure and plant-specific settings.
  Transaction Review: If you are using a specific transaction (like creating a purchase order, goods receipt, etc.), ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using to ensure all required fields are filled out.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training on the relevant SAP transactions to ensure proper data entry.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify where the required quantity is not being captured.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the WU580 error and proceed with your SAP transactions successfully.