How To Fix WW117 - Please enter data for the material group reference material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Please enter data for the material group reference material

What causes this issue?

You have defined the material group reference materials as mandatory
entries in the global settings in Customizing.

How to fix this error?

If you do not want material group reference materials to be defined as
mandatory entries, you must reset the corresponding indicator for
<DS:SIMG.W_GE_0100.SIMG_ORAL>General control of master data</> in
Customizing.
INCLUDE ISR_CUSTOMIZING

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW117 - Please enter data for the material group reference material ?

  The SAP error message WW117, which states "Please enter data for the material group reference material," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record, and the system requires information related to the material group or reference material that has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The material group or reference material field is left blank when creating or updating a material master record.
  Configuration Issues: The material type or the configuration settings in the system may require specific fields to be filled out that are not currently populated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify certain fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Data: 
  
  Go to the material master record creation or modification screen.
  Ensure that you fill in the required fields, particularly the material group and reference material fields.
  
  
  
  Check Material Group Settings:
  
  Verify that the material group you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that the material group is active and has the necessary settings configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings for the material type in the SPRO transaction (Customizing).
  Ensure that the fields related to the material group and reference material are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  If you suspect that authorization might be an issue, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions to create or modify material master records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific fields and their requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in transactions like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material).
  Material Master Views: The error is often related to the Basic Data view or the Purchasing view, where the material group is typically defined.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the required fields for material master data entry to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.