How To Fix MM_PUR_SES199 - Different material groups in contract (&1) and purchase order (&2).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Different material groups in contract (&1) and purchase order (&2).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES199 - Different material groups in contract (&1) and purchase order (&2). ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES199 indicates that there is a mismatch between the material groups defined in a contract and those in a purchase order. This typically occurs when a purchase order is created referencing a contract, but the material group of the item in the purchase order does not match the material group specified in the contract.
  Cause:
  
  Different Material Groups: The most common cause is that the material group assigned to the items in the purchase order is different from the material group assigned to the items in the contract.
  Contract Changes: If the contract was modified after the purchase order was created, it may have a different material group than what was originally specified.
  Incorrect Item Master Data: The material master data for the items may have been changed, leading to a different material group being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Groups: Verify the material groups assigned to both the contract and the purchase order. You can do this by:
  
  Displaying the contract in the SAP system and checking the material group.
  Displaying the purchase order and checking the material group for the items.
  
  
  
  Update Purchase Order: If the purchase order is incorrect, you may need to update the material group in the purchase order to match the contract. This can be done by:
  
  Changing the item in the purchase order to reflect the correct material group.
  If necessary, create a new purchase order that references the contract correctly.
  
  
  
  Modify Contract: If the contract needs to be updated to reflect the correct material group, you can modify the contract accordingly.
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team: If there are frequent discrepancies, it may be beneficial to consult with the master data management team to ensure that the material master data is consistent and correctly maintained.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in SAP related to material groups and contracts to ensure they align with business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the details of the contract and purchase order.
  Material Master Data: Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 to see the material group assigned to the materials in question.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing contracts and purchase orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material groups in your contracts and purchase orders are consistent.