How To Fix CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE013 - Material group hierarchy &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Material group hierarchy &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE013 - Material group hierarchy &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE013 indicates that the material group hierarchy specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of product management or when dealing with mobile applications that require specific material group hierarchies.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material Group Hierarchy: The specified material group hierarchy (denoted by &1 in the error message) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the material group hierarchy is not properly set up or linked to the relevant materials.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the material group hierarchy may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the material group hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., OMD1 for material group hierarchy) and verify if the material group hierarchy exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Material Group Hierarchy:
  
  If the hierarchy is missing, you can create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., OMD1).
  Ensure that you define the hierarchy correctly and assign the necessary materials to it.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to material groups and hierarchies in the system.
  Ensure that the material group is correctly assigned to the relevant materials.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If data migration is involved, perform a consistency check to ensure that all necessary data has been migrated correctly.
  You may need to re-import or correct the data if inconsistencies are found.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the material group hierarchy.
  Check the user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing material group hierarchies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMD1 (for creating material group hierarchies) and MM01 (for material master creation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE013 and ensure that the material group hierarchy is correctly set up in your SAP system.