How To Fix W_CB399 - Material Group 2 &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 399

• Message text: Material Group 2 &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB399 - Material Group 2 &1 does not exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message W_CB399: Material Group 2 &1 does not exist:
  
  Error Message
  W_CB399: Material Group 2 &1 does not exist
  
  &1 is a placeholder for the actual material group value that the system could not find.
  
  
  Cause
  This warning message occurs when you try to create or process a material master record or related transaction, and the system cannot find the specified Material Group 2 in the customizing tables.
  
  Material Group 2 is a classification field used in some SAP modules (e.g., Logistics, Material Management) to further categorize materials.
  The system expects the material group to be predefined in the customizing table but it is missing.
  This can happen if:
  
  The material group was not maintained in the system.
  There is a typo or incorrect material group code entered.
  The material group is referenced in a transaction but not yet created in the system.
  
  
  
  
  Where is Material Group 2 maintained?
  Material Group 2 is usually maintained in the Customizing under:
  
  SPRO ? Logistics - General ? Material Master ? Basic Settings ? Material Groups ? Define Material Groups
  
  Or in some systems, it might be under:
  
  SPRO ? Logistics - General ? Material Master ? Classification ? Define Material Groups
  
  The exact path can vary depending on the SAP version and module.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Material Group 2 value:
  
  Verify the material group code you are trying to use.
  Make sure it is correct and matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Maintain the missing Material Group 2:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction (usually SPRO).
  Navigate to the path for defining material groups.
  Create or maintain the missing material group code.
  Save and transport the changes if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check master data and transaction input:
  
  Ensure that the material master or transaction data references a valid material group.
  Correct any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  If the material group is optional:
  
  Sometimes this message is a warning (W_ prefix) and not an error.
  You can proceed but it is recommended to maintain the material group for consistency.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction codes:
  
  MM01/MM02 - Create/Change Material Master
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  OMS2 - Define Material Groups (depending on SAP version)
  
  
  
  Tables involved:
  
  T023 - Material Groups (Material Group 1)
  T023T - Material Group Texts
  For Material Group 2, there might be a custom or additional table depending on configuration.
  
  
  
  Note: Material Group 2 is not standard in all SAP systems; it might be a custom field or part of a specific industry solution or enhancement.
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Material Group 2 code does not exist in customizing.
  
  
  Effect
  Warning message W_CB399 appears during material master or related transactions.
  
  
  Solution
  Maintain the missing material group in SPRO or correct the input data.
  
  
  Transaction
  SPRO ? Logistics ? Material Master ? Define Material Groups (or OMS2)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with the exact customizing path or transaction depending on your SAP version, please provide your SAP system version or module details.