How To Fix MM271 - The item category group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 271

• Message text: The item category group & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM271 - The item category group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM271 indicates that the item category group specified in the material master does not exist. This error typically occurs during the creation or modification of a material master record, particularly when trying to create a purchasing document or sales document that references the material.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Category Group: The item category group specified in the material master record is either misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The item category group may not have been configured properly in the system.
  Missing Customization: If the item category group is a custom one, it may not have been created or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Group:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02 or MM03) and check the item category group field.
  Ensure that the item category group is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OMT3E to check the configuration of item category groups.
  Ensure that the item category group is defined and has the necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Item Category Group:
  
  If the item category group does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code OMT3E.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Customization:
  
  If the item category group is a custom one, ensure that it has been properly defined in the system.
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to verify that the customization is complete.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the item category group was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the relevant environment (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMT3E: Maintain Item Category Groups
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on item category groups and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to item category groups and material master records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.