How To Fix 29138 - Item category & only supported for items relevant only to PM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Item category & only supported for items relevant only to PM

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a BOM item with item category &V1& for the BOM.
Options set via Customizing (BOMs) determine which items can be entered
for each BOM usage.
As item category &v1& is only supported for items which are relevant
exclusively to plant maintenance, but the BOM usage for this BOM
determines that its items are also relevant for other areas, you cannot
enter this item category.

How to fix this error?

In order to enter an item with item category &v1&, choose a BOM usage
for which items exclusively relevant to plant maintenance are
supported.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29138 - Item category & only supported for items relevant only to PM ?

  The SAP error message 29138, which states "Item category & only supported for items relevant only to PM," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules. This error indicates that the item category you are trying to use is not compatible with the type of item you are working with, particularly in relation to PM.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category you are trying to use is not configured to support the type of item you are working with. For example, if you are trying to use an item category that is meant for PM-related items but the item is not relevant to PM, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the item category that restrict its use to specific scenarios or types of items.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect data entry or selection of item categories that do not match the intended use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration: Review the configuration of the item category in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly for the type of items you are working with. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  
  
  Use the Correct Item Category: If the item you are working with is not relevant to PM, you should select an appropriate item category that is compatible with the item type. Refer to the documentation or consult with your SAP functional team to identify the correct item category.
  
  
  Review Item Master Data: Check the master data of the item you are trying to process. Ensure that it is correctly classified and that all relevant fields are filled out properly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Sometimes, specific issues may be documented in SAP Notes. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this error.
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test different configurations or item categories without affecting the production environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on item categories and their configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Training and Support: If you are part of an organization with SAP support, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.