How To Fix GPDPEG253 - Save: Missing group for plant &1 replen &3 material &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPDPEG - A&D GPD message classed used by Pegging only

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Save: Missing group for plant &1 replen &3 material &4

What causes this issue?

Grouping WBS element is missing on an assignment about to be saved.
Plant: &V1&
Replenishment object: &V3&
Material: &V4&

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?

Possible cause is an incorrect BAdI implementation.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPDPEG253 - Save: Missing group for plant &1 replen &3 material &4 ?

  The SAP error message GPDPEG253 indicates that there is a missing group for a specific plant and material combination during a replenishment process. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where planning and replenishment are managed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The error often arises when the necessary master data for the material or plant is not properly maintained. This could include missing planning groups, product groups, or other relevant classifications.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the group settings for the plant or material have not been defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes made to the material or plant settings that have not been reflected in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the affected material and ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly, especially those related to planning and replenishment.
  Verify that the plant is correctly assigned to the material and that the necessary groups are defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Planning Groups:
  
  Ensure that the planning group for the material is defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  If the planning group is missing, create it and assign it to the material.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the relevant planning area or module. Ensure that all necessary groups and settings are properly configured.
  If you are using SAP APO, check the settings in the APO system to ensure that the integration with the ERP system is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in the master data or configuration settings.
  If necessary, perform data corrections or updates to ensure that all relevant data is consistent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the GPDPEG253 error message in your SAP system.