How To Fix 31003 - Material group: entry & not in table T023

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 31 - Message Processing: IDoc Service Master Record

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Material group: entry & not in table T023

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 31003 - Material group: entry & not in table T023 ?

  The SAP error message "31003 Material group: entry & not in table T023" indicates that the material group you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the specified material group is not defined in the T023 table, which stores the material group definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Material Group: The material group you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the material group code you are entering.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the material group may not have been included in the migration.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use certain material groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group: Verify that the material group you are trying to use is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for material creation) and checking the material group field.
  
  
  Create Material Group: If the material group does not exist, you can create it using the following steps:
  
  Go to transaction code OMSR (or use the menu path: Logistics > Material Master > Material > Create (Special) > Material Group).
  Enter the required details for the new material group and save it.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to create or modify material groups, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for material master data management in your organization.
  
  
  Check for Data Migration Issues: If this issue arose after a data migration, ensure that all necessary material groups were included in the migration process.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access and use the material group in question.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  T023 Table: This table contains the definitions of material groups. You can view its contents using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information related to materials in SAP. It is essential for various processes, including procurement, inventory management, and sales.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully work with material groups in SAP.