How To Fix GZ402 - Subgroup & not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GZ - Message class for FI-LC

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Subgroup & not maintained

What causes this issue?

Subgroup &V1& does not exist.

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?

Enter another subgroup or create subgroup &V1&.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GZ402 - Subgroup & not maintained ?

  The SAP error message GZ402, which states "Subgroup & not maintained," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material master data. This error indicates that a specific subgroup for a material or product has not been defined or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Subgroup Definition: The subgroup that is referenced in the transaction or process is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for material types or inventory management may not include the necessary subgroup.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when trying to reference the subgroup.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Subgroup:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration or master data transaction in SAP (e.g., MM02 for material master).
  Navigate to the appropriate view where the subgroup is defined.
  Enter the missing subgroup information and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to ensure that the subgroup is properly defined for the relevant material type or inventory management settings.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data entry to ensure that the subgroup is being referenced correctly. Look for any typos or incorrect codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for guidance on maintaining subgroups and understanding their role in your specific business processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  Material Master Views: Understand the different views in the material master that may relate to subgroups, such as Basic Data, Purchasing, and Sales views.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GZ402 error and ensure that the necessary subgroup is maintained in your SAP system.