How To Fix AJ773 - Outsorting group &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 773

• Message text: Outsorting group &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ773 - Outsorting group &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AJ773, which states "Outsorting group &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the Outsorting functionality in the context of invoice verification or document processing. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference an outsouring group that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The outsouring group specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the group has not been created.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data (such as vendor or material master) may reference an outsouring group that is not defined.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the outsouring group may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for defining outsouring groups.
  Ensure that the outsouring group you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create the Outsourcing Group:
  
  If the outsouring group does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management, Logistics).
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (like vendor or material) to ensure that it references the correct outsouring group.
  If there are any discrepancies, update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the outsouring group was included in the transport request.
  If it was not included, you may need to transport it again or create it manually in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage outsouring groups in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.