How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE319 - You must maintain the product group for the Purchasing data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 319

• Message text: You must maintain the product group for the Purchasing data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE319 - You must maintain the product group for the Purchasing data ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE319 indicates that a product group must be maintained for the purchasing data of a material or product in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the required field for the product group is not filled in.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the product group field in the purchasing data section of the material master is either empty or not properly maintained. The product group is essential for categorizing materials and is used in various purchasing and inventory management processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the product group in the purchasing data of the material master. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Material Master:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Enter Material Number:
  
  Input the material number that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Select Views:
  
  Choose the relevant views, particularly the "Purchasing" view.
  
  
  
  Maintain Product Group:
  
  In the purchasing data section, locate the field for the product group.
  Enter the appropriate product group code. If you are unsure of the correct product group, you may need to consult with your purchasing department or refer to your organization’s product group definitions.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the product group, save the changes to the material master record.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Product Group Definition: A product group is a classification of materials that share similar characteristics. It is used for reporting and analysis purposes in purchasing and inventory management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which product group to use, refer to your organization’s documentation or consult with a colleague who is knowledgeable about material classifications.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully maintain the product group for the purchasing data in SAP.