How To Fix FIP_BL_MESSAGE_CLASS007 - Purchasing group &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIP_BL_MESSAGE_CLASS - FIP messages related to errors from Business Layer

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Purchasing group &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIP_BL_MESSAGE_CLASS007 - Purchasing group &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "FIP_BL_MESSAGE_CLASS007 Purchasing group &1 does not exist" typically indicates that the purchasing group specified in a transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying purchase orders, vendor master records, or other purchasing-related documents.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Purchasing Group: The purchasing group referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The purchasing group may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the purchasing group.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the purchasing group code entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Purchasing Group:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMEC (or SPRO -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Define Purchasing Groups) to check if the purchasing group exists.
  If it does not exist, you can create a new purchasing group by following the appropriate steps in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Create a New Purchasing Group:
  
  If the purchasing group is missing, you can create it by navigating to the configuration path mentioned above and adding a new entry with the required details.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the purchasing group code entered in the transaction for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the purchasing group. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OMEC: To manage purchasing groups.
  ME21N: To create purchase orders.
  ME22N: To change purchase orders.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to purchasing groups.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on managing purchasing groups and related configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the non-existent purchasing group in SAP.