How To Fix W_CB402 - Material Group 5 &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Material Group 5 &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB402 - Material Group 5 &1 does not exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_CB402 Material Group 5 &1 does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when the system tries to reference a Material Group 5 (a classification or grouping of materials) that has not been defined or maintained in the system. Material Group 5 is typically a user-defined grouping field used for further classification of materials beyond the standard material groups.
  In other words, the system expects a valid entry in the Material Group 5 master data table, but the value provided (represented by &1 in the message) does not exist in the corresponding customizing or master data.
  
  Where does this happen?
  
  During material master creation or change (especially in the classification or grouping fields).
  When processing transactions that involve material group 5 (e.g., material valuation, reporting, or classification).
  When a program or report tries to read or validate material group 5 values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group 5 Master Data:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction where Material Group 5 is maintained.
  Typically, Material Group 5 is maintained in SPRO under:
  Logistics - General -> Material Master -> Settings for Key Fields -> Define Material Groups 5
  
  Or directly via transaction code (if available) or table maintenance for the relevant table (e.g., T134T or a custom table depending on your system).
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain the Missing Material Group 5:
  
  If the material group value &1 (the actual value shown in the message) does not exist, create it with the appropriate description.
  Ensure that the material group 5 values used in material master records or transactions are consistent with the customizing entries.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify the material master records that reference Material Group 5.
  Correct any invalid or obsolete entries.
  
  
  
  Check User Exits or Custom Code:
  
  If this error arises from custom developments or user exits, ensure that the code references valid material group 5 values.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Group 5 is an additional grouping field that can be used for reporting, valuation, or classification purposes.
  The exact customizing path or table for Material Group 5 may vary depending on the SAP system version or industry solution.
  This message is a warning (W_), so it may not stop processing but indicates a data inconsistency that should be corrected.
  If unsure about the customizing path, consult your SAP functional consultant or check the IMG documentation for your SAP version.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  W_CB402 Material Group 5 &1 does not exist
  
  
  Cause
  Material Group 5 value used does not exist in customizing/master data
  
  
  Solution
  Maintain the missing Material Group 5 value in customizing; correct material master data if needed
  
  
  Transaction
  SPRO (IMG) for customizing; material master transactions (MM01/MM02) for data check
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual value of &1 or the context in which the error occurs, I can help you with more specific instructions.