How To Fix /ISDFPS/ORENG061 - Either select the default or enter an external material group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ORENG -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Either select the default or enter an external material group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ORENG061 - Either select the default or enter an external material group ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ORENG061 indicates that the system requires you to either select a default external material group or enter one manually. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules, where material groups are used to categorize materials for planning and reporting purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Material Group: The system is unable to find a default external material group for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  User Input Required: The transaction requires the user to specify an external material group, but none has been provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that do not define a default material group for the relevant user or transaction type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Default Material Group:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Look for a dropdown or selection field for the external material group.
  Choose a default material group from the list if available.
  
  
  
  Enter an External Material Group:
  
  If no default is set, manually enter a valid external material group in the designated field.
  Ensure that the material group you enter exists in the system and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings for external material groups in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that a default material group is defined for the relevant user roles or transaction types.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If users frequently encounter this error, consider providing training on how to select or enter external material groups correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Group Definition: Material groups are used to classify materials in SAP for various purposes, including reporting and planning. Ensure that the material groups are properly defined in the system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be used to manage material groups, such as MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material groups and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.