How To Fix MM086 - The material group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 086

• Message text: The material group & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM086 - The material group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM086 indicates that the material group specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, or when performing transactions that involve material groups.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material Group: The material group you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the material group code you entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the specified material group.
  Data Deletion: The material group may have been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group: Verify that the material group you are trying to use actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM01 for material creation) and checking the material group field.
  
  
  Create Material Group: If the material group does not exist, you can create it using the transaction code OMS4 (or through the relevant configuration path in SPRO). Ensure you have the necessary permissions to create new material groups.
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the material group code for any spelling mistakes or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user account has the necessary authorizations to access and use the material group. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you believe the material group should exist and you are still encountering issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further investigation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMS4: Maintain Material Groups
  
  
  
  Configuration Path: You can find material group settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under:
  
  Logistics -> Material Management -> Material Master -> Settings for Key Fields -> Define Material Groups.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on material groups and their configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM086 error and successfully work with material groups in SAP.