How To Fix WXP372 - Enter a reference material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 372

• Message text: Enter a reference material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP372 - Enter a reference material ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP372 - Enter a reference material
  
  Cause:
  The message WXP372 appears when the system expects a reference material to be entered but it is missing. This typically occurs in scenarios involving batch management, production orders, or quality management where a reference material is required for comparison, inspection, or processing purposes.
  For example, in Quality Management (QM) during inspection lot processing, the system may require a reference material to compare the inspected material against a standard or reference. Similarly, in production or goods movement transactions, if a reference material is mandatory for the process step or configuration, and it is not provided, this message will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the required reference material:
  
  When prompted by this message, input the correct reference material number in the relevant field. This material should be the one defined as the standard or reference for the process you are executing.
  
  
  Check configuration:
  
  If you believe the reference material should not be mandatory, verify the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., QM, PP, MM). Sometimes, the requirement for a reference material is controlled by customizing settings or user exits.
  
  
  Verify master data:
  
  Ensure that the reference material exists in the system and is correctly maintained in the material master. Also, check if the reference material is assigned properly in the relevant master data (e.g., inspection plan, BOM, routing).
  
  
  Consult process documentation:
  
  Confirm with your business process or quality management team what the correct reference material should be for the transaction or process step.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Modules involved:  
  
  Quality Management (QM)  
  Production Planning (PP)  
  Materials Management (MM)  
  
  
  
  Typical transactions:  
  
  Inspection lot processing (QA32, QA11)  
  Production order confirmations  
  Goods movements involving batch or reference materials  
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search SAP Notes for message WXP372 for any specific patches or known issues. Also, check SAP Help Portal for detailed process descriptions involving reference materials.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process where this error occurs, I can help with more tailored guidance.