How To Fix WVLBCHECK010 - You did not narrow down the suppliers selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WVLBCHECK - Message Class for Check Program for Load Building

• Message number: 010

• Message text: You did not narrow down the suppliers selected

What causes this issue?

You did not enter any vendor selection criteria.

System Response

The lack of any selection criteria to narrow down the vendors selected
can lead to a long rutime.
&WHAT_TO_DO&ntime.
Narrow down the vendors to be selected by entering selection
criteria.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WVLBCHECK010 - You did not narrow down the suppliers selected ?

  The SAP error message WVLBCHECK010 indicates that the system has detected that the selection criteria for suppliers in a particular transaction or report are too broad, resulting in an excessive number of suppliers being selected. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation of purchase orders, supplier evaluations, or other procurement-related activities.
  Cause:
  
  Broad Selection Criteria: The user has not specified enough filters or criteria when selecting suppliers, leading to a large number of suppliers being included in the selection.
  Default Settings: The system may have default settings that do not limit the supplier selection adequately.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for narrowing down the supplier list may not have been filled in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Narrow Down Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using and add more specific filters. This could include:
  
  Supplier name
  Supplier type
  Location
  Material group
  Other relevant attributes
  
  
  
  Use Additional Filters: Utilize additional fields available in the selection screen to limit the number of suppliers. This may include:
  
  Validity dates
  Supplier status (active, inactive)
  Specific purchasing organization
  
  
  
  Check Default Settings: If applicable, check the default settings in your user profile or the transaction settings to ensure they are set to limit the selection appropriately.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using to understand the required fields and best practices for supplier selection.
  
  
  Seek Help from IT Support: If you are unsure how to adjust the selection criteria or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or IT department for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to procurement, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME41 (Create Request for Quotation), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to effectively use selection criteria in SAP to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WVLBCHECK010 error and successfully narrow down your supplier selection.