How To Fix VIP_MESSAGES072 - No Product Family maintained for Material &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VIP_MESSAGES - Messages for VIP-ERP Communication

• Message number: 072

• Message text: No Product Family maintained for Material &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VIP_MESSAGES072 - No Product Family maintained for Material &1 ?

  The SAP error message VIP_MESSAGES072 indicates that there is no product family maintained for a specific material in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with product hierarchies in SAP.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the material in question does not have a product family assigned to it. A product family is a grouping of similar products that share common characteristics and is often used in variant configuration scenarios. If a material is expected to be part of a product family but is not configured correctly, this error will occur.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the material in question (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Sales" views to see if the product family is assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Product Family:
  
  If the product family is not assigned, you will need to assign it. This can typically be done in the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Navigate to the relevant view (e.g., "Sales" or "Basic Data") and enter the appropriate product family.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the product family is correctly defined in the system. You may need to check the configuration settings in the variant configuration (transaction code CU50 or CU01).
  Make sure that the product family is active and properly linked to the materials that should belong to it.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  If you are using variant configuration, check the dependencies associated with the material. Ensure that they are correctly set up to reference the product family.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct product family to assign, consult your organization's documentation or speak with a colleague who is knowledgeable about the product configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the material again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  CU01: Create Configuration Profile
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or additional guidance provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Help documentation on Variant Configuration and Product Families for more detailed information on how to manage these settings.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the material is correctly configured within the SAP system.