How To Fix 29111 - Item category & is not defined (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Item category & is not defined (check entry)

What causes this issue?

You have chosen an item cateogory which is not supported.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.
To see a list of possible item categories, press function key F4.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29111 - Item category & is not defined (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message "29111 Item category & is not defined (check entry)" typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when the system cannot find a valid item category for a particular transaction. This can happen during various processes, such as creating a sales order, purchase order, or delivery.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Category Definition: The item category specified in the transaction is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a typo in the item category field.
  Incorrect Configuration: The item category may not be properly configured in the relevant customizing settings (e.g., in the sales document type or purchase document type).
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered an incorrect item category manually, leading to the error.
  Missing Master Data: The material master or customer master data may not be set up correctly, which can affect the determination of the item category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the configuration for item categories in the Sales and Distribution or Materials Management module.
  Ensure that the item category in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings to ensure that the item category is assigned correctly to the document type being used.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the material master and customer master data are correctly set up. Check the relevant views (e.g., sales views for materials) to confirm that the item category can be determined based on the data.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the item category was entered manually, verify that it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on item category configuration and determination.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OVAH (for item category determination) or MM02 (to check material master data) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to item category errors.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.