How To Fix MW144 - No further base plant group for processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 144

• Message text: No further base plant group for processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW144 - No further base plant group for processing ?

  The SAP error message MW144 ("No further base plant group for processing") typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with material master data or when trying to process stock transport orders or purchase orders. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid base plant group for the specified material or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Base Plant Group: The base plant group for the material in question is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master record may not be properly set up, leading to the absence of necessary data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for plant groups or material types may not be correctly defined.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or plant that prevent the system from processing the request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify that the base plant group is correctly assigned.
  Ensure that all necessary views (like Basic Data, Purchasing, and Sales) are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Define Base Plant Group:
  
  If the base plant group is missing, you may need to define it in the configuration settings. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant configuration path for material management.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for plant groups and ensure that they are correctly set up in the system. This may involve reviewing settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the material master data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  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: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MW144 error and implement a solution to resolve it.