How To Fix EGRPG003 - Inconsistent grouping; plant &3 MRP group &4 WBSs &1 / &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EGRPG - Enhanced GPD Solution

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Inconsistent grouping; plant &3 MRP group &4 WBSs &1 / &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EGRPG003 - Inconsistent grouping; plant &3 MRP group &4 WBSs &1 / &2 ?

  The SAP error message EGRPG003 indicates an inconsistency in the grouping of materials in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP). Specifically, it points to a mismatch between the plant and MRP group associated with Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) elements.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The WBS elements are assigned to different plants or MRP groups that do not match the expected configuration in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for MRP groups or plants in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data or WBS element settings may not be aligned correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EGRPG003 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check WBS Element Configuration:
  
  Go to the WBS element in question and verify its settings. Ensure that the plant and MRP group assigned to the WBS element are consistent with the materials being planned.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master records for the materials associated with the WBS elements. Ensure that the MRP group and plant settings are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Adjust MRP Group Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the MRP group settings in the configuration to ensure they align with the plants and WBS elements being used.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction codes like C223 (for MRP group assignment) or CJ20N (for WBS element) to check for inconsistencies and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Re-run MRP:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, re-run the MRP process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to MRP and WBS elements for additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), C223 (Maintain MRP Group), and MD02 (MRP Run).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify WBS elements and material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the EGRPG003 error in your SAP system.