Message type: E = Error
Message class: PPH_WRKCTRGRP - MESSAGES RELATED TO WORK CENTER GROUP
Message number: 018
Message text: Group Type cannot be empty
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PPH_WRKCTRGRP018
- Group Type cannot be empty ?The SAP error message PPH_WRKCTRGRP018: Group Type cannot be empty typically occurs in the context of work center group configuration in the Production Planning (PP) module. This error indicates that a required field, specifically the "Group Type," has not been filled in when trying to create or modify a work center group.
Cause: The primary cause of this error is that the "Group Type" field is mandatory, and it has not been populated. This can happen due to: Incomplete Data Entry: When creating or editing a work center group, the user may have skipped the "Group Type" field.
Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that prevent the proper assignment of a group type. Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might inadvertently lead to this error.
Solution: To resolve the error, follow these steps: Check the Work Center Group Configuration: Navigate to the transaction code for work center groups
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