How To Fix PVJ355 - If you do not enter the purchasing group, you cannot maintain the data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PVJ - Messages for PRICAT (cf. VJ)

• Message number: 355

• Message text: If you do not enter the purchasing group, you cannot maintain the data

What causes this issue?

Maintenance of catalog lines can only be carried out by the purchasing
group entered in the catalog line.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a purchasing group on the initial screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PVJ355 - If you do not enter the purchasing group, you cannot maintain the data ?

  The SAP error message PVJ355, which states "If you do not enter the purchasing group, you cannot maintain the data," typically occurs when you are trying to maintain or create purchasing data (such as vendor master records, purchasing info records, or purchase orders) without specifying a purchasing group. The purchasing group is a key organizational unit in SAP that is responsible for the procurement of materials or services.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchasing Group: The primary cause of this error is that the purchasing group field is left blank when it is required for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce the requirement of a purchasing group for certain transactions.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the purchasing group field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Purchasing Group: The simplest solution is to ensure that you enter a valid purchasing group in the relevant field before saving or processing the data. You can usually find the purchasing group field in the vendor master data, purchasing info records, or purchase order screens.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the purchasing group should not be mandatory for your process, you may need to check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Checking the settings under Materials Management (MM) > Purchasing > Define Purchasing Groups.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the purchasing group field. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the purchasing groups available in your organization, consult your internal documentation or speak with your procurement department to understand which purchasing groups are valid for your transactions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Purchasing Groups: A purchasing group is typically assigned to a specific buyer or a group of buyers responsible for purchasing activities. It can be defined in the vendor master data and is crucial for reporting and analysis.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to purchasing data include:
  
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing)
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to the Materials Management module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Materials Management module.