How To Fix MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS084 - Purchasing view does not exist for Material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Material/Vendor Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Purchasing view does not exist for Material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS084 - Purchasing view does not exist for Material ?

  The SAP error message MG_SSTN_VALIDATIONS084 indicates that the purchasing view for a material does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to purchasing (like creating a purchase order or a purchase requisition) for a material that has not been properly set up in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Purchasing View: The material master record does not have the purchasing view maintained. This can happen if the material was created without the purchasing data or if the purchasing view was not activated.
  Material Type Restrictions: Certain material types may not have a purchasing view by default. If the material type does not support purchasing, this error can occur.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data that prevent the purchasing view from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the purchasing view.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Maintain the Purchasing View:
  
  Go to transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number and select the appropriate views, including the purchasing view.
  Ensure that the purchasing view is filled out with the necessary data (like purchasing group, order unit, etc.).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Material Type:
  
  Verify that the material type assigned to the material allows for a purchasing view. You can check this in the material type configuration (transaction code OMSN).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material and check if the purchasing view is indeed missing.
  If there are inconsistencies, you may need to correct them or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the purchasing view. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  Material Master Views: Understand the different views in the material master and their relevance to purchasing, sales, and inventory management.
  Material Types: Familiarize yourself with the different material types and their configurations in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the purchasing view for the material is properly maintained.