How To Fix KMAT_MIGR050 - Cannot migrate generic articles; RFC server group is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KMAT_MIGR - Message Class for Migration of Variants to IBase

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Cannot migrate generic articles; RFC server group is missing

What causes this issue?

To migrate generic articles, a server group must be available for
parallel processing of asynchronous Remote Function Calls (RFCs).

System Response

The system terminates processing. The data cannot be migrated nor
updated in the database.

How to fix this error?

Set up a server group with sufficient work process resources by using
transaction RZ12 and then restart the report.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KMAT_MIGR050 - Cannot migrate generic articles; RFC server group is missing ?

  The SAP error message KMAT_MIGR050 indicates that there is an issue with migrating generic articles in the SAP system due to a missing RFC (Remote Function Call) server group. This error typically arises during the migration process of configurable materials (KMAT) or generic articles, which are often used in scenarios involving variant configuration.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to perform a migration operation that requires an RFC server group, but the specified group is not defined or is missing in the system configuration. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The RFC server group may not have been set up correctly in the SAP system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the migration may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC server group.
  System Settings: The system settings for the migration process may not be properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KMAT_MIGR050 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check RFC Server Group Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Verify that the required RFC server group is defined and correctly configured.
  If it is missing, you may need to create a new RFC server group or adjust the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Settings:
  
  Check the migration settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., transaction SPRO).
  Ensure that the settings for migrating generic articles are correctly defined and that the RFC server group is specified.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the migration has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC server group.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the migration of generic articles and KMAT materials for any specific requirements or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if the issue is related to a known bug.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SPRO: For accessing the SAP Reference IMG to check configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on migrating configurable materials and generic articles, which may provide insights into the required configurations and settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the KMAT_MIGR050 error in your SAP system.