How To Fix MEOUT017 - Contract &1 item &2 has different material group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEOUT - New Business Logic for Outline Agreements

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Contract &1 item &2 has different material group

What causes this issue?

The item references a contract. However, the material group in the
outline agreement item differs from the one in the contract item.

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?

Check the material group in the item.
If necessary, reference a different contract.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEOUT017 - Contract &1 item &2 has different material group ?

  The SAP error message MEOUT017 indicates that there is a mismatch in the material group for a contract item. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a purchase order or contract that references a material with a different material group than what is defined in the contract.
  Cause:
  
  Material Group Mismatch: The material you are trying to use in the purchase order or contract does not match the material group defined in the contract.
  Contract Configuration: The contract may have been set up with specific material groups, and the item you are trying to reference does not belong to one of those groups.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry when creating the contract or the material master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Group: Verify the material group assigned to the material you are trying to use. You can do this by checking the material master record in SAP (transaction code MM03).
  Review Contract Details: Open the contract in question (transaction code ME33K) and check the material group specified for the items in the contract.
  Update Material Group: If the material group of the item is incorrect, you may need to update the material master record to match the contract's material group or vice versa.
  Create a New Contract: If the material group cannot be changed, consider creating a new contract that includes the correct material group for the items you want to order.
  Consult with Your SAP Team: If you are unsure about making changes, consult with your SAP functional team or a colleague who manages material master data and contracts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME33K: Display Contract
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  Material Group: This is a classification of materials that allows for easier reporting and management of materials in SAP.
  Contract Management: Understanding how contracts are set up in SAP and the implications of material groups is crucial for procurement processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MEOUT017 error and proceed with your procurement activities.