How To Fix WN212 - Plant & was not assigned to material group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Plant & was not assigned to material group &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN212 - Plant & was not assigned to material group & ?

  The SAP error message WN212 indicates that a specific plant has not been assigned to a material group. This error typically arises during processes such as material master creation or modification, where the system expects a valid assignment between the plant and the material group.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The primary cause of this error is that the plant in question has not been assigned to the specified material group in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master settings or in the material group settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of the material master can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WN212 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Group Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number and check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, etc.) to see if the plant is correctly assigned to the material group.
  
  
  
  Assign Plant to Material Group:
  
  If the plant is not assigned, you need to assign it. This can typically be done in the following way:
  
  Navigate to SPRO (Customizing) > Logistics > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Material Groups.
  Here, you can assign the plant to the material group.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the material group and plant are correct. This may involve checking the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) to ensure that the material group is properly defined and linked to the relevant plants.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data. You may want to run a consistency check or use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to verify the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the steps or the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01, MM02, MM03, SPRO
  Material Master Views: Basic Data, Purchasing, Sales, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master and related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WN212 error and ensure that the plant is correctly assigned to the material group in SAP.