How To Fix MM_PUR_SES158 - Product type group &1 of item &2 differs from material or service.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Product type group &1 of item &2 differs from material or service.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES158 - Product type group &1 of item &2 differs from material or service. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES158 indicates that there is a mismatch between the product type group defined for a purchasing document item and the product type of the material or service being referenced. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Product Type Group: The product type group defined in the purchasing document item does not match the product type of the material or service. This can happen if the material master data has been changed or if the purchasing document was created with incorrect settings.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material or service may not be correctly classified in the material master, leading to a discrepancy in the expected product type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that define how product types are assigned to materials and services.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the product type and product type group assigned to the material or service.
  Ensure that the product type group matches the expected value for the purchasing document.
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Document:
  
  Check the purchasing document (e.g., purchase order or requisition) to see the product type group assigned to the item in question.
  If necessary, adjust the product type group in the purchasing document to match the material or service.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If the issue is due to configuration, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the product type groups are correctly set up in the system.
  Review the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) related to purchasing and material management.
  
  
  
  Create a New Document:
  
  If the purchasing document is incorrect and cannot be modified, consider creating a new purchasing document with the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on product type groups and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material)
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit material master data and purchasing documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SES158 error and ensure that the product type group is consistent across your purchasing documents and material master data.