How To Fix GRPG084 - Area of validity is not defined for plant &1& and material &2&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GRPG - Grouping/Pegging for Individual Project Planning

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Area of validity is not defined for plant &1& and material &2&

What causes this issue?

No area of validity has been defined for plant &v1& and material &v2&.

System Response

No distribution can be carried out for material &v2& in plant &v1&.

How to fix this error?

Please contact the SAP customer service and report this error. After
the error has been treated, you will have to repeat the distribution.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GRPG084 - Area of validity is not defined for plant &1& and material &2& ?

  The SAP error message GRPG084 indicates that there is an issue with the area of validity for a specific plant and material combination. This error typically arises in the context of inventory management, material master data, or when trying to perform certain transactions that require a valid area of validity for the specified plant and material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Area of Validity: The area of validity for the specified plant and material has not been defined in the system. This could happen if the material has not been properly set up in the system for that particular plant.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the material master data or in the settings related to the plant.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that define the area of validity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check if the material exists for the specified plant.
  Ensure that the necessary views (like Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.) are maintained for the material in that plant.
  
  
  
  Define Area of Validity:
  
  If the area of validity is not defined, you may need to create or update the relevant configuration. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Use Transaction Code: OX10 (for plant settings) or OX18 (for defining areas of validity).
  Ensure that the area of validity is correctly defined for the plant and material combination.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the material and plant in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide). Look for settings under Logistics > Material Management > Material Master.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the material master data to identify any discrepancies. You can use Transaction Code: MM02 to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), OX10 (Plant Settings), OX18 (Define Areas of Validity).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Material Management (MM) for further assistance.