How To Fix MA222 - Product group changed

MA222 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Product group changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA222 - Product group changed ?

  The SAP error message MA222 ("Product group changed") typically occurs in the context of material master data management, particularly when there is a change in the product group of a material that affects its valuation or categorization. This error can arise during various transactions, such as when trying to post goods movements, create purchase orders, or perform inventory management tasks.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered by one of the following reasons:
  
  Change in Product Group: The product group of a material has been changed after it was already created or used in transactions. This can happen if a user modifies the material master data.
  Inconsistent Data: The change in the product group may lead to inconsistencies in related data, such as pricing, valuation classes, or inventory management settings.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may not allow changes to the product group once they have been executed, leading to this error when trying to perform further