How To Fix 6R012 - The purchasing group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6R - Messages for Retail MRP

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The purchasing group & does not exist

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

Select an existing purchasing group or maintain the group you selected.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6R012 - The purchasing group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 6R012 indicates that the purchasing group specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, where a purchasing group is required.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Purchasing Group: The purchasing group code entered in the transaction is incorrect or misspelled.
  Non-existent Purchasing Group: The purchasing group has not been created in the system.
  Deactivated Purchasing Group: The purchasing group may exist but has been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Purchasing Group:
  
  Verify the purchasing group code entered in the transaction. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the format used in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate the Purchasing Group:
  
  If the purchasing group does not exist, you can create it using the following steps:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to Logistics > Materials Management > Purchasing > Master Data > Purchasing Group > Create.
  Enter the necessary details and save the new purchasing group.
  
  
  If the purchasing group exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing group. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can provide insights into the configuration and help troubleshoot the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record) or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to check or create purchasing groups.
  Configuration: The purchasing group is defined in the configuration settings of SAP. You can access it through SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Define Purchasing Groups.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on purchasing groups and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 6R012 and continue with your purchasing activities in SAP.