How To Fix MA555 - Multi-level product group not suitable for transferal

MA555 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 555

• Message text: Multi-level product group not suitable for transferal

What causes this issue?

You have tried to transfer SOP data from a multi-level product group to
Demand Management. A multi-level product group is one whose members are
further product groups.

System Response

This is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Transfer data from single-level product groups. A single-level product
group is one whose members are materials.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA555 - Multi-level product group not suitable for transferal ?

  The SAP error message MA555, which states "Multi-level product group not suitable for transferal," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when there is an issue with the configuration of product groups or when trying to transfer data related to multi-level product structures.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multi-Level Product Group Configuration: The error often arises when the product group you are trying to transfer is configured as a multi-level product group, which may not be compatible with the transfer process you are attempting.
  Incorrect Master Data: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to the product group, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Transfer Settings: The settings for the transfer process may not be correctly defined for multi-level product groups.
  Hierarchy Issues: If the product group is part of a hierarchy, there may be issues with how the hierarchy is structured or defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Group Configuration: Review the