How To Fix CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE015 - Material group &1 is already available in unit of measure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Material group &1 is already available in unit of measure &2

What causes this issue?

Material group <(>&<)>1 is already available in unit of measure
<(>&<)>2. However, material groups can only be processed in one unit of
measure. For this reason, the stock-relevant data is not copied.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the stock-relevant data for material group <(>&<)>1 on the
subsequent screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE015 - Material group &1 is already available in unit of measure &2 ?

  The SAP error message CPB_PRODUCT_MOBILE015 indicates that a material group is already available in a specific unit of measure. This error typically arises in the context of product management or material master data management within SAP, particularly when dealing with mobile applications or interfaces.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify a material group that is already defined in the system for a specific unit of measure. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate entries being created for the same material group and unit of measure.
  An attempt to assign a material group to a unit of measure that is already associated with another product or material.
  Data inconsistencies or errors in the material master records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to check if the material group and unit of measure combination already exists in the system.
  Look for any duplicate entries in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find that the material group is indeed already assigned to the unit of measure, you may need to modify the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  If there are duplicates that are not needed, consider deleting or deactivating them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for material groups and units of measure are correctly set up in the system.
  Check if there are any specific settings in the mobile application or interface that might be causing this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  Material Master Data: Understanding the structure and importance of material master data in SAP is crucial, as it affects inventory management, procurement, and production planning.
  Unit of Measure: Be aware of how units of measure are defined and managed in SAP, as they play a critical role in inventory and material management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.