How To Fix CO355 - Purchasing group & not found (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 355

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO355 - Purchasing group & not found (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message CO355, which states "Purchasing group & not found (check entry)," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified purchasing group in the relevant master data. This error is often encountered in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Entry: The purchasing group code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Master Data Not Maintained: The purchasing group may not have been created in the system.
  Inactive Purchasing Group: The purchasing group may exist but is marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing group.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to purchasing groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entry: Verify that the purchasing group code entered is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMZB (or use the relevant path in the SAP menu) to check if the purchasing group exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new purchasing group using transaction code OMZB or SPRO (navigate to the relevant configuration path).
  
  
  Activate Purchasing Group: If the purchasing group exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing group. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to purchasing groups in the SAP system. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OMZB: Maintain Purchasing Groups
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to purchasing groups.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchasing groups and their configuration.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.