How To Fix WU637 - No item was allocated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 637

• Message text: No item was allocated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU637 - No item was allocated ?

  The SAP error message WU637 ("No item was allocated") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or order processing when the system cannot find any allocated stock for a particular item. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a delivery, picking, or when trying to fulfill a sales order.
  Causes:
  
  No Stock Available: The most common reason is that there is no stock available in the warehouse for the item in question.
  Allocation Issues: The item may not have been allocated properly due to configuration settings or errors in the allocation process.
  Incorrect Document Status: The document (like a sales order or delivery) may not be in the correct status to allow for allocation.
  Batch Management: If the item is batch-managed, there may be issues with batch determination or the specific batch may not be available.
  Stock Type: The stock may be in a non-available type (e.g., blocked stock, quality inspection stock).
  Configuration Settings: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or the allocation strategy.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Stock Levels: Verify that there is sufficient stock available in the relevant storage location. Use transaction codes like MMBE to check stock levels.
  Review Allocation: Ensure that the item has been properly allocated. You can check the allocation status in the sales order or delivery document.
  Document Status: Make sure that the document you are working with is in the correct status for allocation. For example, a sales order should be in a status that allows for delivery.
  Batch Management: If the item is batch-managed, ensure that the correct batch is available and that batch determination is functioning correctly.
  Stock Type Check: Check if the stock is in a usable state. If it is in blocked or quality inspection stock, it will not be available for allocation.
  Configuration Review: Review the material master data and allocation strategy settings to ensure they are configured correctly.
  Reprocess Allocation: If necessary, you can try to reprocess the allocation by using transaction codes like VL01N for deliveries or CO02 for production orders.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MMBE (Stock Overview), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), and CO02 (Change Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to stock allocation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on inventory management and allocation processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in inventory management.