How To Fix WN049 - Dept. &1 not maintained as default value in MG &2, plant &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Dept. &1 not maintained as default value in MG &2, plant &3

What causes this issue?

You cannot assign the specified department to the material group
because it is not maintained in the plant.

How to fix this error?

In Customizing, check the entry of the &V2&
<DS:SIMG.W_ZF_ST_0720.SIMG_OWGR>material group</>.
Assign a department maintained in the plant to the material group, or
create the department for the plant in the plant master.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN049 - Dept. &1 not maintained as default value in MG &2, plant &3 ?

  The SAP error message WN049 indicates that a default value for a department (Dept. &1) has not been maintained in the material group (MG &2) for the specified plant (plant &3). This error typically arises in the context of material master data maintenance, particularly when trying to create or modify materials that require a department assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Department: The department that is being referenced in the error message has not been set as a default for the specified material group in the plant.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the material master settings or in the organizational structure that prevents the default department from being recognized.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered data incorrectly or omitted necessary information when trying to create or modify the material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Default Department:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMW1 (or the relevant configuration transaction) to maintain the default department for the material group in the specified plant.
  Navigate to the relevant material group and ensure that a default department is assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Material Group Settings:
  
  Use transaction code MM01 or MM02 to check the material group settings and ensure that the department is correctly assigned.
  If necessary, update the material group to include the default department.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Material Groups to ensure that the department is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding material master data maintenance to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this error is frequently encountered, consider providing additional training to users on how to properly maintain material master data and the importance of default values.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  OMW1: Maintain Material Group Settings
  
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding the structure and importance of material master data in SAP is crucial for effective data management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WN049 error and ensure that the necessary default values are maintained in your SAP system.