How To Fix MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ137 - Purchasing group &2 for plant &1 on item &3 doesn't exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ - Message class of MM PUR Sourcing Project

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Purchasing group &2 for plant &1 on item &3 doesn't exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ137 - Purchasing group &2 for plant &1 on item &3 doesn't exist. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ137 indicates that there is an issue with the purchasing group configuration for a specific plant and item in the purchasing module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid purchasing group for the specified plant and item combination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchasing Group: The purchasing group specified in the transaction does not exist for the given plant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The purchasing group may not be properly assigned to the plant in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the purchasing group, plant, or item number.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not be correctly set up for the specified purchasing group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Purchasing Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Define Purchasing Groups.
  Ensure that the purchasing group exists and is correctly configured for the relevant plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant and Item:
  
  Check the material master data for the item in question using transaction code MM03.
  Ensure that the purchasing group is assigned to the correct plant in the material master.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries made in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the purchasing group, plant, and item numbers are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Assign Purchasing Group to Plant:
  
  If the purchasing group does not exist for the plant, you may need to create a new purchasing group or assign an existing one to the plant.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing group and plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  
  
  
  Master Data: Ensure that both material master and vendor master data are correctly maintained, as they can impact purchasing group assignments.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchasing group configuration and material management processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ137 and ensure that the purchasing group is correctly set up for the specified plant and item.