How To Fix MMPUR_USERDEF007 - Purchasing group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_USERDEF - Message class for user defaults

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Purchasing group & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_USERDEF007 - Purchasing group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_USERDEF007 indicates that the purchasing group specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to create or modify purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, and the system cannot find the specified purchasing group.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Purchasing Group: The purchasing group entered in the transaction does not match any existing purchasing group in the system.
  Data Deletion: The purchasing group may have been deleted or not created in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the purchasing group.
  Configuration Issues: The purchasing group may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Purchasing Group:
  
  Check the purchasing group entered in the transaction. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the existing purchasing groups in the system.
  You can check existing purchasing groups by navigating to SPRO > Materials Management > Purchasing > Define Purchasing Groups.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Purchasing Group:
  
  If the purchasing group does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the same configuration path mentioned above.
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it or create a new one with the same attributes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the purchasing group. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after verifying the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record) or ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to test the purchasing group.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to purchasing groups and error messages.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchasing groups and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MMPUR_USERDEF007 and continue with your purchasing activities in SAP.