How To Fix MMPUR_INTEGR_RFQ004 - Description for material group &1 in language &2 was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_INTEGR_RFQ - Message Class for SOA Integration of Request For Quotation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Description for material group &1 in language &2 was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_INTEGR_RFQ004 - Description for material group &1 in language &2 was not found ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_INTEGR_RFQ004 indicates that the system could not find a description for a specified material group in the specified language. This typically occurs in the context of creating or processing requests for quotations (RFQs) or other procurement-related activities where material groups are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Group Description: The primary cause of this error is that the material group specified in the transaction does not have a description defined in the language you are using.
  Language Settings: The language settings in your user profile may not match the language in which the material group description is defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries in the material group table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD1 (or use the relevant transaction for material group maintenance).
  Check if the material group in question exists and verify that it has a description in the required language.
  If the description is missing, you can add it.
  
  
  
  Update Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that your user profile is set to the correct language. You can check this in the user settings (transaction code SU01).
  If necessary, change the language to one that has a corresponding description for the material group.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on your material master data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries.
  You can use transaction codes like MM03 to view material master data and ensure that all necessary fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Group: A classification of materials that share similar characteristics, which can be used for reporting and procurement purposes.
  Language Key: In SAP, each text or description can be maintained in multiple languages, identified by a language key (e.g., EN for English, DE for German).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material group descriptions are correctly maintained in the system.