How To Fix 29813 - Sub-items not allowed for item category &: record ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Sub-items not allowed for item category &: record ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29813 - Sub-items not allowed for item category &: record ignored ?

  The SAP error message "29813 Sub-items not allowed for item category &: record ignored" typically occurs during the processing of sales documents, such as sales orders or delivery documents. This error indicates that the item category being used does not allow sub-items, and as a result, the system is ignoring the record that contains sub-items.
  Cause:
  
  Item Category Configuration: The item category defined in the sales document does not permit sub-items. This is often configured in the item category settings in the SAP system.
  Document Structure: The structure of the document being processed may not support sub-items for the specified item category.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an error in the data entry where sub-items are incorrectly assigned to an item category that does not support them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for item categories in the SAP system (Transaction code: VOV4).
  Review the settings for the specific item category that is causing the error. Ensure that the "Sub-item allowed" option is set correctly based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Modify Document Structure:
  
  If sub-items are necessary for your business process, consider changing the item category to one that allows sub-items.
  Alternatively, if sub-items are not needed, remove them from the document.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data being entered into the sales document. Ensure that sub-items are not being incorrectly assigned to item categories that do not support them.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant to understand the implications of changing item category settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the document processing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the document behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Item Category: This is a key configuration in SAP that determines how items are processed in sales documents. It controls various aspects such as pricing, availability check, and whether sub-items are allowed.
  Sub-items: These are items that are linked to a main item in a sales document. They can be used for various purposes, such as differentiating between components of a larger product.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VOV4 (Maintain Item Categories) for troubleshooting and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your sales documents are processed correctly.