How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_EAI197 - Error with action code 06 No Action; product group &1 must exist

CRM_MKTPL_EAI197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_EAI - Marketing Planner Object Upload Messages

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Error with action code 06 No Action; product group &1 must exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI197 - Error with action code 06 No Action; product group &1 must exist ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI197 with action code 06 No Action; product group &1 must exist typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an attempt to process a marketing plan or campaign that references a product group that does not exist in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Product Group: The primary cause of this error is that the product group specified in the marketing plan does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo, a product group that has been deleted, or a product group that has not been created yet.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing master data or incorrect configuration settings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the product group, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Group: Verify that the product group specified in the error