How To Fix CO354 - Material group & not found (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 354

• Message text: Material group & not found (check entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO354 - Material group & not found (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message CO354 ("Material group & not found (check entry)") typically occurs when you are trying to assign a material group in a transaction, but the specified material group does not exist in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation of a material master record, when creating a production order, or in other related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material Group: The material group you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the material group field.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or use the specified material group.
  Configuration Issues: The material group may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group: Verify that the material group you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction (e.g., MM01 for material master).
  
  
  Create Material Group: If the material group does not exist, you can create it using the transaction code OMD1 (for creating material groups) or through the relevant configuration path in SPRO.
  
  
  Correct Entry: Double-check the entry for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct material group code.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the material group. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the configuration for material groups in the system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  OMD1: Create Material Group
  OMD2: Change Material Group
  OMD3: Display Material Group
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to material groups and error CO354.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material groups and their configuration.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.