How To Fix WWGR005 - No material group hierarchy matched the selection criteria

WWGR005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WWGR - Distribution of material groups

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No material group hierarchy matched the selection criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WWGR005 - No material group hierarchy matched the selection criteria ?

  The SAP error message WWGR005 ("No material group hierarchy matched the selection criteria") typically occurs when you are trying to access or process material groups in SAP, but the system cannot find a matching hierarchy based on the criteria you have specified. This can happen in various transactions or reports that involve material group hierarchies.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria you have entered (such as material group, plant, or other parameters) do not match any existing entries in the material group hierarchy.
  Missing Hierarchy: The material group hierarchy may not be defined or may not include the material groups you are trying to access.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the material master records or the hierarchy structure.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain material groups or hierarchies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered to ensure they are correct. Make sure