How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM017 - Purchasing group &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Purchasing group &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM017 - Purchasing group &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM017 Purchasing group &1 not found typically indicates that the purchasing group specified in your transaction does not exist in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying purchase orders, purchase requisitions, or other procurement-related documents.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Purchasing Group: The purchasing group you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The purchasing group may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access 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 Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMGS (or navigate through the SAP menu: Logistics > Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchasing Groups > Define Purchasing Groups).
  Verify if the purchasing group exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Purchasing Group:
  
  If the purchasing group does not exist, you can create it by entering the necessary details (like purchasing group code and description) in the configuration screen.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing group. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the purchasing group code entered in the transaction for any typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OMGS - Define Purchasing Groups
  ME21N - Create Purchase Order
  ME51N - Create Purchase Requisition
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to purchasing groups and their configuration for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue with your purchasing activities in SAP.