How To Fix WU2018 - Promotion &1: material &2 &3 is contained in &4 modules

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU2 - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Promotion &1: material &2 &3 is contained in &4 modules

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU2018 - Promotion &1: material &2 &3 is contained in &4 modules ?

  The SAP error message WU2018 typically indicates an issue related to the promotion of a material that is contained in multiple modules. This error can occur during the promotion process in SAP, particularly in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where materials are managed.
  Cause:
  The error message WU2018 is triggered when:
  
  A material (identified by its number and description) is included in multiple modules or areas of the system, which may lead to conflicts or inconsistencies during the promotion process.
  The system is unable to determine which module should be prioritized for the promotion of the material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WU2018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Modules: Check which modules the material is currently associated with. The error message will typically specify the modules involved.
  
  
  Review Material Status: Ensure that the material is in a status that allows for promotion. If the material is locked or in a state that prevents changes, you may need to unlock or change its status.
  
  
  Consolidate Modules: If possible, consider consolidating the material into a single module to avoid conflicts. This may involve reassigning the material to a primary module or removing it from secondary modules.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies or relationships that the material has with other materials or processes. Ensure that there are no conflicting settings that could cause the promotion to fail.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling promotion errors related to materials.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to material management and promotion processes, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may be relevant.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the promotion has the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the specified material.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the WU2018 error in SAP.