How To Fix WW093 - First create the basic data for material group &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

• Message number: 093

• Message text: First create the basic data for material group &

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose "Basic data" to access the detail screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW093 - First create the basic data for material group & ?

  The SAP error message WW093, which states "First create the basic data for material group &," typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action related to a material group that has not been fully defined in the system. This error is common in the context of material management and inventory control within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  Material Group Not Defined: The material group you are trying to use has not been created or lacks essential basic data.
  Missing Basic Data: The required basic data for the material group (such as description, valuation class, etc.) has not been entered in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the material management module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WW093 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Create Material Group:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OMD1 (or use the menu path: Logistics > Materials Management > Material Master > Material Group > Create).
  Enter the necessary details for the material group, including a description and any other required fields.
  
  
  
  Maintain Basic Data:
  
  After creating the material group, ensure that all basic data is filled out. This may include:
  
  Description
  Valuation class
  Purchasing group
  Other relevant fields depending on your organization's requirements.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the material group is properly set up.
  You may need to consult with your SAP MM (Materials Management) consultant or system administrator if you do not have access to configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After creating the material group and entering the basic data, try to perform the action again that initially triggered the error to confirm that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  OMD1: Create Material Group
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on managing material groups and their basic data.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to create and modify material groups in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.