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How To Fix W5016 - No product groups could be determined


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: W5 - Messages for MM-WEB Applications and BAPIs

  • Message number: 016

  • Message text: No product groups could be determined

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  • What causes this issue?

    Only those product groups having the authorization group 'WWMM' are
    listed. However, no product groups with this authorization group exist
    in your system.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    &WHAT_TO_DO& (system administrator)
    Maintain material groups with the authorization group 'WWMM' in your
    system.
    <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMSF>Define material groups</>

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W5016 - No product groups could be determined ?

    SAP Error Message:
    W5016 - No product groups could be determined


    Cause:

    This warning message typically occurs in SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) or related modules when the system tries to determine the product group for a material or item but fails to find any product group assigned or relevant for the given context.

    Common causes include:

    • The material master record does not have a product group assigned in the relevant views (e.g., Sales: Sales Org. 2 or Basic Data).
    • The configuration for product groups is incomplete or missing.
    • The determination procedure for product groups is not properly set up or the condition records are missing.
    • The item category or sales document type does not allow product group determination or the logic for product group assignment is not triggered.

    Solution:

    1. Check Material Master Data:

      • Go to transaction MM03 and check the material master for the relevant material.
      • Verify that the product group field (usually in the Sales: Sales Org. 2 view or Basic Data 1) is maintained.
      • If missing, maintain the product group in the material master using MM02.
    2. Verify Product Group Configuration:

      • Check if the product groups are defined in the system (transaction SPRO ? Logistics General ? Material Master ? Basic Settings ? Define Product Groups).
      • Ensure that the product group used is valid and active.
    3. Check Condition Records and Determination Procedure:

      • If product group determination is based on condition technique (e.g., for pricing or classification), verify that condition records exist and are valid.
      • Use transaction VK11/VK12 to check condition records related to product groups if applicable.
    4. Review Sales Document and Item Category Settings:

      • Ensure that the sales document type and item category allow product group determination.
      • Check the item category configuration in SPRO under Sales and Distribution ? Sales ? Sales Documents ? Sales Document Item ? Define Item Categories.
    5. Debug or Analyze the Process:

      • If the above steps do not resolve the issue, debugging the relevant user exit or BAdI where product group determination logic is implemented may help.
      • Check for custom code or enhancements that might affect product group assignment.

    Related Information:

    • Product Group: A classification key used to group materials with similar characteristics for reporting, pricing, or sales analysis.
    • Material Master Views: Product group is often maintained in the Basic Data 1 or Sales: Sales Org. 2 views.
    • Condition Technique: Product groups can be used in pricing or output determination, so missing product groups can affect these processes.
    • Transaction Codes:
      • MM03/MM02 – Display/Change Material Master
      • SPRO – Customizing Implementation Guide
      • VK11/VK12 – Maintain Condition Records
      • VA01/VA02 – Create/Change Sales Order (where the error might appear)

    Summary:

    The warning "W5016 No product groups could be determined" means the system could not find a product group for the material/item. The primary fix is to ensure the material master has a product group assigned and that the configuration and condition records related to product groups are correctly maintained.


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