How To Fix MW054 - Matl group &1 is on a lower than to info structure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Matl group &1 is on a lower than to info structure &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW054 - Matl group &1 is on a lower than to info structure &2 ?

  The SAP error message MW054 indicates that there is a mismatch between the material group and the info structure in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or Sales and Operations Planning (SOP). Specifically, it means that the material group specified is not compatible with the info structure you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Material Group Configuration: The material group you are trying to use is not defined or is set to a lower level than the info structure you are working with.
  Info Structure Settings: The info structure may not be configured to handle the material group in question.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group: Verify that the material group specified in the transaction is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the material master data and checking the material group settings.
  
  
  Review Info Structure Configuration: Ensure that the info structure you are using is set up to include the material group. You can check this in the configuration settings for the info structure (transaction code SIS for Sales Information System or MC21 for MRP).
  
  
  Adjust Info Structure: If the material group is indeed valid but not included in the info structure, you may need to adjust the info structure settings to include the material group. This may involve modifying the characteristics of the info structure.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your master data and info structures to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like MC22 to check the info structure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring material groups and info structures.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MC21 (Maintain Info Structure), and MC22 (Display Info Structure).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to MRP and info structures for a deeper understanding of how these components interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the MW054 error and implement a solution.