How To Fix RFM_PSST_MSG021 - No grouping: SO &1, item &2; Field attribute &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_PSST_MSG - Message Class for PSST

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No grouping: SO &1, item &2; Field attribute &3 does not exist

What causes this issue?

When you create a PSST grouping rule, you can select the <LS>Empty Value
Accepted </>checkbox for all the attributes. However, if you choose to
use this PSST grouping rule in a sales order, you must fill at least one
of the fields that also correspond to the grouping rule.

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?

Check the attributes of the PSST grouping rules.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_PSST_MSG021 - No grouping: SO &1, item &2; Field attribute &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RFM_PSST_MSG021 indicates that there is an issue with the grouping of a sales order (SO) item due to a missing field attribute. This error typically arises in the context of sales order processing, particularly when the system is trying to group items based on certain attributes that are not defined or do not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Attribute: The error suggests that the field attribute specified in the error message does not exist in the system for the given sales order item. This could be due to configuration issues or missing data in the master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the sales order item or the grouping criteria may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the sales order or its items, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Attributes: Verify that the field attribute mentioned in the error message exists in the relevant configuration. You can do this by checking the customizing settings in the SAP system (transaction SPRO).
  Review Sales Order Configuration: Ensure that the sales order item configuration is correct and that all necessary attributes are defined. This may involve checking the item category and its associated settings.
  Data Validation: Validate the data for the sales order and its items. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no missing entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific field attributes and their configurations.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify where the error is occurring and why the field attribute is not being recognized.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to review the sales order details.
  Customizing Settings: Check the customizing settings under Sales and Distribution (SD) in transaction SPRO, particularly in areas related to sales order processing and item category determination.
  Field Catalogs: Review field catalogs and ensure that the necessary fields are included in the relevant configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.