How To Fix KZ701 - Product group & does not exist

KZ701 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Product group & does not exist

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.CO_product_group>CO product group</> &v1& is either
nonexistent or flagged for deletion.

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 a different CO product group.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KZ701 - Details

• The SAP error message KZ701, which states "Product group & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to use a product group in a transaction or report that has not been defined in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as Sales and Distribution (SD), Material Management (MM), or Production Planning (PP).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Product Group: The specified product group has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The product group code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the product group.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the product group may not have been included in the migration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Group Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where product groups are defined.
  Ensure that the product group you are trying to use is created and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check