How To Fix 29665 - Item category & is not a document item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 665

• Message text: Item category & is not a document item

What causes this issue?

You are entering user-specific settings for BOM maintenance.
You have entered &V1& as a default item category for document items.
However, this item category is not for document items.

How to fix this error?

Display a list of the item categories defined in your company. To do
this, look under the settings in Customizing (Bills of material)
<LS>Item data -> Item categories</>.
For document items, you can only choose an item category which contains
the <LS>document item</> indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29665 - Item category & is not a document item ?

  The SAP error message "29665 Item category & is not a document item" typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when creating or processing purchase orders, sales orders, or other related documents. This error indicates that the item category specified in the document is not recognized as a valid document item category by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category specified in the document may not be configured correctly in the system or may not be valid for the type of document being processed.
  Configuration Issues: The item category may not be set up in the relevant configuration settings in SAP, such as in the item category determination settings.
  Document Type Mismatch: The document type being used may not support the specified item category.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may inadvertently affect the item category determination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for item categories in the relevant module (e.g., MM for materials management, SD for sales and distribution).
  Ensure that the item category is correctly defined and is set up as a document item.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Verify that the document type you are using supports the item category in question.
  Check the configuration for item category determination based on document type.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Item Categories:
  
  If you are manually entering the item category, ensure that you are using a valid item category that is recognized by the system for the specific document type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on item categories and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that might affect item category determination, review them to ensure they are functioning as intended.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the document creation or processing again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or ME21N (to create a purchase order) to troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.