How To Fix WW049 - Material group & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Material group & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW049 - Material group & deleted ?

  The SAP error message WW049 ("Material group & deleted") typically indicates that the material group you are trying to use has been marked as deleted in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying materials, or when performing transactions that involve material groups.
  Cause:
  
  Material Group Deletion: The material group you are trying to reference has been deleted or flagged as inactive in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, where the material group exists in some tables but is marked as deleted in others.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the material group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Group Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMSR (or use the relevant transaction for material group maintenance).
  Check if the material group exists and verify its status. If it is marked as deleted, you may need to create a new material group or reactivate the existing one if possible.
  
  
  
  Create a New Material Group:
  
  If the material group is indeed deleted and cannot be restored, you can create a new material group using transaction code OMS2.
  Ensure that the new material group is properly configured and meets the requirements for your materials.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the material group. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data integrity issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing material groups and handling errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMSR (Material Group Maintenance), OMS2 (Create Material Group), and MM01 (Create Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to material groups and error WW049.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to manage material groups effectively to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.