How To Fix MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG177 - Please enter a single wild character in Material Group To field

MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG177 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG - Extractor Log Messages

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Please enter a single wild character in Material Group To field

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MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG177 - Details

• The SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG177 indicates that there is an issue with the input in the "Material Group To" field when using a wildcard character. This error typically occurs in the context of material management or procurement processes, particularly when trying to filter or search for materials based on their material groups.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user attempts to enter more than one wildcard character in the "Material Group To" field. In SAP, wildcards are used to represent one or more characters in search queries, but the system only allows a single wildcard character in this specific field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are using only one wildcard character in the "Material Group To" field. Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Check Input: Review the input in the "Material Group To" field. Ensure that you are using only one wildcard character (e.g., * or ?).
  
  
  Correct Usage: If you