How To Fix STGR173 - Reference plant &1 for class &2 not found;check your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STGR - Hold store grouping messages

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Reference plant &1 for class &2 not found;check your entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STGR173 - Reference plant &1 for class &2 not found;check your entry ?

  The SAP error message STGR173 indicates that there is an issue with the reference plant and class in the system. Specifically, it means that the system cannot find the specified reference plant for the given class. This error typically occurs in the context of material management or production planning when trying to assign or reference a class in a specific plant.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Plant or Class Entry: The reference plant or class you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect entry.
  Missing Configuration: The plant or class may not have been properly configured in the system. This could happen if the plant was recently created or if the class was not assigned to the plant.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified plant or class.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that need to be resolved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entries: Verify that the plant and class you are trying to reference are correctly entered. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect codes.
  Verify Configuration: Check if the reference plant and class are properly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  For plants, you can check in the transaction code OX10 (Define Plants).
  For classes, you can check in the transaction code CL02 (Change Class).
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the plant and class is complete and consistent. You may need to create or update records if they are missing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the plant and class. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), and CL03 (Display Class) for managing classes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the STGR173 error in your SAP system.