How To Fix VC424 - Status group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC - SD Customizing

• Message number: 424

• Message text: Status group & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC424 - Status group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VC424, which states "Status group & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a status group that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Status Group: The most common cause of this error is that the status group referenced in the configuration profile or variant configuration is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration profile may be incorrectly set up, pointing to a non-existent status group.
  Transport Issues: If the status group was recently created or modified and the changes were transported from another system, there may have been an issue with the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Group Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code OVZB (or SPRO -> "Logistics Execution" -> "Shipping" -> "Basic Shipping Functions" -> "Status Management" -> "Define Status Groups").
  Verify if the status group in question exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Status Group:
  
  If the status group does not exist, you can create it by following the steps in the above path. Make sure to define the necessary attributes for the status group.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  Check the configuration profile associated with the material or product. Ensure that it correctly references the existing status groups.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the status group was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific configuration you are working with. SAP Notes may provide additional insights or solutions.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify status groups in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OVZB for status groups and CU50 for configuration profiles.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to VC424 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VC424 error and ensure that your variant configuration is set up correctly.