How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC035 - Enter a purchasing group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC - Manage Info Records Messages

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Enter a purchasing group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC035 - Enter a purchasing group ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC035 indicates that a purchasing group must be entered in the relevant transaction or screen. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or info records, where a purchasing group is a required field.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The purchasing group field is left blank or not filled in during the creation or modification of a purchasing document.
  The system requires a purchasing group to determine which group of buyers is responsible for the procurement of the materials or services.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enter a valid purchasing group in the relevant field. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction: Determine which transaction you are in when the error occurs (e.g., creating a purchase order, info record, etc.).
  
  
  Locate the Purchasing Group Field: In the transaction screen, find the field labeled "Purchasing Group" (often labeled as "EKGRP" in the backend).
  
  
  Enter a Valid Purchasing Group: Input a valid purchasing group code. If you are unsure of the valid codes, you can:
  
  Use the search help (F4) to view available purchasing groups.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or purchasing department to get the correct purchasing group.
  
  
  
  Save the Document: After entering the purchasing group, proceed to save the document. The error should no longer appear.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Purchasing Group Definition: A purchasing group is a key organizational unit in SAP that represents a buyer or a group of buyers responsible for purchasing activities. It is used to categorize purchasing activities and can be linked to specific materials or vendors.
  
  
  Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth checking the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that purchasing groups are properly defined and assigned to the relevant materials or vendors.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify purchasing documents, as restrictions may also lead to issues in entering required fields.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: If users are consistently facing this issue, consider providing training or documentation on how to properly fill out purchasing documents in SAP.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your purchasing activities in SAP.