How To Fix ME755 - Purchasing group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 755

• Message text: Purchasing group & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME755 - Purchasing group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ME755 indicates that the purchasing group specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a purchasing document (like a purchase order) and the purchasing group you are referencing is not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Purchasing Group: The purchasing group you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The purchasing group may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the purchasing group code you are entering.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Purchasing Group:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMGS (or navigate through the menu: Logistics > Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchasing Groups > Define Purchasing Groups).
  Verify if the purchasing group you are trying to use exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create a New Purchasing Group:
  
  If the purchasing group does not exist, you can create a new one using the same transaction (OMGS).
  Ensure that you fill in all required fields and save the new purchasing group.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the purchasing group code you are entering for any typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing group. This may require checking with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Purchasing Groups: In SAP, a purchasing group is a key organizational unit that is responsible for the procurement of materials and services. It can be assigned to various purchasing documents.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to purchasing groups and error ME755.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the ME755 error message in SAP.