How To Fix WU889 - Price-dependent variant &1 of generic material &2 not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 889

• Message text: Price-dependent variant &1 of generic material &2 not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU889 - Price-dependent variant &1 of generic material &2 not available ?

  The SAP error message WU889 indicates that a price-dependent variant of a generic material is not available. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration, where a generic material is used to represent a product that can have multiple configurations or variants based on certain characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specific variant you are trying to access may not have been configured or created in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data for the generic material may not be set up correctly, leading to the unavailability of the price-dependent variant.
  Pricing Conditions: There may be issues with the pricing conditions that are not set up for the specific variant.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the generic material and its variants, such as missing dependencies or characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the variant you are trying to access has been properly configured in the system. This includes checking the configuration profiles and ensuring that all necessary characteristics and dependencies are defined.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data for the generic material is complete and accurate. Check the views related to variant configuration and pricing.
  Update Pricing Conditions: If the issue is related to pricing, review the pricing conditions for the material and ensure that they are correctly set up for the specific variant.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the configuration data to identify any discrepancies or missing information. You can use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) or CU60 (Configuration Overview) to help with this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling variant configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CU01: Create Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Configuration Profile
  CU03: Display Configuration Profile
  CU50: Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or BAdIs that may affect the configuration process.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in variant configuration.