How To Fix MM187 - The material pricing group "packaging materials &" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 187

• Message text: The material pricing group "packaging materials &" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM187 - The material pricing group "packaging materials &" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM187 indicates that the material pricing group specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the system cannot find the specified pricing group.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Pricing Group: The material pricing group you are trying to use (in this case, "packaging materials &") has not been defined in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the pricing group name, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Configuration Issues: The pricing group may not have been set up correctly in the configuration settings of the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Pricing Groups:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD1 (or navigate through the menu: Logistics > Material Management > Material Master > Settings > Define Material Pricing Groups).
  Verify if the pricing group "packaging materials &" exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Pricing Group:
  
  If the pricing group does not exist, you can create it by:
  
  Navigating to the same configuration path mentioned above.
  Click on "New Entries" and enter the required details for the new pricing group.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  If you find that there is a typo in the pricing group name you are using, correct it in the material master record.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create pricing groups in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: The material pricing group is part of the material master data, which is crucial for pricing and valuation in SAP.
  Configuration Settings: Understanding how to navigate and configure material pricing groups is essential for maintaining accurate material data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM187 error and ensure that the material pricing group is correctly set up in your SAP system.