How To Fix WV_FP043 - Group reference article is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV_FP -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Group reference article is not defined

What causes this issue?

No reference article has been defined for the reference article. However
, a reference article is needed to carry out pricing.

System Response

Activation of the family was canceled.

How to fix this error?

Under "article" on the tab header for the incorrect group select an
article. In change mode press the button "Define reference article". In
each case the reference article is displayed above the article list on
the tab header "article".

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV_FP043 - Group reference article is not defined ?

  The SAP error message WV_FP043, which states "Group reference article is not defined," typically occurs in the context of managing articles or materials in SAP, particularly when dealing with article hierarchies or group references in the Retail or Logistics modules.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Group Reference: The group reference article that you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could happen if the article was not created properly or if it was deleted.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the group reference from being recognized.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the group reference articles.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WV_FP043 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Group Reference Article:
  
  Verify if the group reference article exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master) and checking if the article is defined.
  
  
  
  Create or Define the Article:
  
  If the group reference article is missing, you will need to create it. Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., MM01) to create the article and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to article management in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings for group references are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the master data. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify group reference articles. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and others related to article management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.