How To Fix WRF_PCM034 - Invalid PBT server group name: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PCM - Price Catalog Inbound

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Invalid PBT server group name: &

What causes this issue?

Invalid PBT server group name.
The system tried to use function module SPBT_INITIALIZE to initialize
the environment for processing parallel RFCs. It found that the
specified server group name is invalid.
The server group name describes a group of servers on which the
parallel RFCs are to be processed.

System Response

You can use transaction
RZ12 to determine which PBT server groups are configured in your
system. Use only one of the server group names listed there for
processing parallel RFCs.

How to fix this error?

On the screen, check the entered name of the server group and correct
this, if necessary. If the server group name is correct, use transaction
RZ12 to check whether the server group exists in the system. If the
specified server group does exist, restart the system.

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

If the server group is missing, contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Create an appropriate server group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PCM034 - Invalid PBT server group name: & ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PCM034, which states "Invalid PBT server group name: &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product and Price Management (PPM) module, particularly when dealing with the Pricing and Promotion Tool (PBT). This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or find the specified server group name.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Server Group Name: The most common cause of this error is that the server group name provided is either misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the PBT server groups in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified server group.
  System Updates or Changes: Recent changes or updates to the system may have affected the server group configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Server Group Name: Check the server group name you are using. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the name defined in the system.
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the PBT server groups in the SAP system. Ensure that the server group is properly defined and active.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under the Pricing and Promotion Tool.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the PBT server group. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the PBT server groups for any specific requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if the issue is related to a known bug.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to PBT and server group management, such as SPRO (Customizing) or other relevant transactions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for the Pricing and Promotion Tool for more detailed information on server group configuration and management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the WRF_PCM034 error message.