How To Fix CPE_ERP133 - Enter a material pricing group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE_ERP - CPE - Messages for ERP

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Enter a material pricing group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE_ERP133 - Enter a material pricing group ?

  The SAP error message CPE_ERP133, which states "Enter a material pricing group," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record in SAP, and the system requires a material pricing group to be specified. The material pricing group is essential for determining the pricing of materials in various transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Pricing Group: The most common cause of this error is that the material pricing group field is left blank when creating or updating a material master record.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master data that require a pricing group to be defined.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required field during the material creation or modification process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Material Pricing Group:
  
  Navigate to the material master record you are trying to create or modify.
  Locate the field for the material pricing group (usually found in the Basic Data or Sales Organization views).
  Enter a valid material pricing group. If you are unsure of which group to use, consult with your pricing or materials management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth checking the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the material pricing group is set up correctly.
  You can do this by accessing the configuration settings in the SPRO transaction and navigating to the relevant sections for material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any internal documentation or guidelines your organization has regarding material master data entry to ensure compliance with required fields.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training on how to properly enter material master data, including the importance of the material pricing group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Pricing Group: This is a classification that helps in determining the pricing of materials based on various criteria such as customer, region, or product type.
  Material Master Record: This is a central repository of information related to materials that an organization uses, including data for purchasing, inventory management, and sales.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material master data include:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant to investigate further.