How To Fix 06384 - Material group differs from mat. group & of material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 384

• Message text: Material group differs from mat. group & of material &

What causes this issue?

The material group you entered differs from the one to which this
material has been assigned.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06384 - Material group differs from mat. group & of material & ?

  The SAP error message "06384 Material group differs from mat. group & of material &" typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the material group assigned to a material in a transaction and the material group defined in the material master record. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of purchase orders, sales orders, or when performing inventory management activities.
  Cause:
  
  Material Group Mismatch: The material group specified in the transaction does not match the material group defined in the material master for the specified material.
  Data Entry Error: Incorrect data entry during the transaction process can lead to this error.
  Changes in Material Master: If the material group of the material was changed after the transaction was initiated, it could lead to this inconsistency.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that enforce strict checks on material groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Material Group: Check the material master record for the material in question to confirm the correct material group. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Correct the Transaction: If you are entering a material group in a transaction, ensure that it matches the material group defined in the material master.
  Update Material Master: If the material group needs to be changed, you can update the material master using transaction code MM02 (Change Material). Ensure that the new material group is appropriate for the material.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings related to material groups and ensure they are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 - Display Material
  MM02 - Change Material
  ME21N - Create Purchase Order (if applicable)
  
  
  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 view or change material master data.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material group is consistent across the relevant records in SAP.