How To Fix L3170 - Group & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Group & not defined

What causes this issue?

The entered <DS:GLOS.group>group</> has not been created in your
system.

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?

Select another group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3170 - Group & not defined ?

  The SAP error message L3170 ("Group & not defined") typically occurs in the context of logistics or inventory management when the system is unable to find a specific group that is referenced in a transaction or configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a material master, when processing inventory transactions, or when executing reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The group referenced in the transaction may not have been defined in the system. This could be a material group, storage group, or any other relevant grouping that the system expects to find.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data (like material master or vendor master) may reference a group that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (like a development or quality assurance system), the transport may not have included the necessary definitions for the group.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Group: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and define the missing group. For example, if it’s a material group, you can create it in the material master settings.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings for the group are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data entries that are causing the error. Ensure that they reference valid groups that exist in the system.
  If a group is no longer needed, consider updating the master data to reference an existing group.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configuration or manually create the group in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the group. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the group type in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to check material groups.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.