How To Fix PPH_RTG021 - Setup Group Key &1 does not exist in Setup Group Category &3 and Plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_RTG - Message class for Production Routing APIs

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Setup Group Key &1 does not exist in Setup Group Category &3 and Plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_RTG021 - Setup Group Key &1 does not exist in Setup Group Category &3 and Plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPH_RTG021 indicates that there is an issue with the setup group configuration in the system. Specifically, it states that the setup group key you are trying to use does not exist in the specified setup group category and plant. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Setup Group: The setup group key you are trying to reference has not been defined in the system for the specified setup group category and plant.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the setup group settings, such as incorrect assignment of setup groups to categories or plants.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the setup group key or category being used in the transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the setup group was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the environment you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Setup Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (usually in SPRO) and navigate to the setup group settings.
  Verify that the setup group key exists for the specified setup group category and plant.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Setup Group:
  
  If the setup group does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you assign it to the correct setup group category and plant.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input values for the setup group key, category, and plant in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the setup group was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the system you are working in. You may need to check with your Basis team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for setting up setup groups in your organization to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or PP01 (for maintaining planning objects) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to setup groups and the specific error message for additional guidance or patches.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify setup group configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message PPH_RTG021 and ensure that your setup groups are correctly configured in SAP.