How To Fix /SPE/INBVAL055 - Purchase group is not found for vendor &1 plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/INBVAL -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Purchase group is not found for vendor &1 plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL055 - Purchase group is not found for vendor &1 plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL055 indicates that the system cannot find a purchase group for a specified vendor and plant combination. This error typically arises during the creation or processing of purchase orders or purchase requisitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchase Group: The purchase group specified in the transaction does not exist for the vendor in the specified plant.
  Vendor Master Data: The vendor master data may not be properly maintained for the specific plant.
  Plant Configuration: The plant may not be correctly configured to have a purchase group assigned to the vendor.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., vendor master, purchasing info records).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 or MK03).
  Verify that the vendor exists and is correctly set up for the specified plant.
  Ensure that the purchase group is assigned to the vendor for the relevant purchasing organization and plant.
  
  
  
  Maintain Purchase Group:
  
  If the purchase group is missing, you can add it by editing the vendor master data.
  Use transaction code XK02 or MK02 to modify the vendor details and assign the appropriate purchase group.
  
  
  
  Check Purchase Group Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the purchase group is defined in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Define Purchase Groups.
  If the purchase group does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Review Plant Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plant is correctly set up in the system and that it is linked to the appropriate purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the vendor master data and purchasing documents to identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK03 / MK03: Display Vendor
  XK02 / MK02: Change Vendor
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  
  
  Tables Involved:
  
  LFA1: Vendor Master (General Data)
  LFB1: Vendor Master (Company Code Data)
  LFM1: Vendor Master (Purchasing Data)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SPE/INBVAL055 and ensure that the vendor and plant combination is correctly configured in your SAP system.