How To Fix IM106 - Catalog type &1 code group &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Catalog type &1 code group &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM106 - Catalog type &1 code group &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IM106 indicates that there is an issue with a catalog type and code group that the system cannot find. This typically occurs in the context of Inventory Management or Material Management modules when trying to access or process data related to catalogs.
  Cause:
  The error message "IM106 Catalog type &1 code group &2 does not exist" is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The catalog type or code group specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an incorrect catalog type or code group in the transaction.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the catalog type or code group may not have been included or properly activated.
  
  
  Data Deletion: The catalog type or code group may have been deleted or deactivated in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IM106 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the catalog types and code groups in the relevant SAP module (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the catalog type and code group you are trying to use are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input values for the catalog type and code group in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly entered and match the existing entries in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific catalog type and code group you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check relevant transaction codes such as OMI1 (for maintaining catalog types) or OMI2 (for maintaining code groups) to verify the settings.
  Tables: The relevant tables for catalog types and code groups may include TIMC (Catalog Types) and TIMC_GRP (Catalog Groups). You can use transaction SE11 to view these tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IM106 error in your SAP system.