How To Fix ME082 - Material group & not defined (please check your input)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Material group & not defined (please check your input)

What causes this issue?

The <GL:material_group>material group</> you entered has not been
defined.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE EINGABE_PRUEFEN_NA LANGUAGE EN
DEFINE &OBJEKTE& = 'material groups'
INCLUDE NA_EINK_CUST LANGUAGE EN

<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMSF>Define material groups</>
ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME082 - Material group & not defined (please check your input) ?

  The SAP error message ME082 ("Material group & not defined (please check your input)") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material or purchasing document, and the specified material group does not exist in the system. This can happen in various transactions related to materials, such as creating a purchase order, material master, or other procurement-related activities.
  Cause:
  
  Material Group Not Defined: The material group you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the material group code you entered.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the material group.
  Configuration Issues: The material group may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD1 (or use the menu path: Logistics > Materials Management > Material Master > Settings for Material Types > Define Material Groups).
  Verify if the material group you are trying to use is defined. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are entering the correct material group code.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the material group. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If the material group is supposed to exist but does not, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the material group is properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Material Groups:
  
  If applicable, consider using standard material groups that are already defined in the system to avoid this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Groups: Material groups are used in SAP to categorize materials for reporting and analysis purposes. They can also influence pricing and procurement processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME082 error and proceed with your material-related transactions in SAP.