How To Fix 65001 - Product type & is not permitted for product category selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 65 - Securities class data

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Product type & is not permitted for product category selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 65001 - Product type & is not permitted for product category selected ?

  The SAP error message "65001 Product type & is not permitted for product category selected" typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the product type and the product category in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of product master data management, particularly when creating or modifying product master records.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The product type you are trying to use is not configured to be associated with the selected product category in the system.
  Master Data Settings: The settings in the product master data may not allow the combination of the specified product type and product category.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify products of that type in the selected category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for product types and categories.
  Ensure that the product type you are trying to use is allowed for the selected product category. You may need to adjust the configuration to allow this combination.
  
  
  
  Review Product Master Data:
  
  Check the product master data settings to ensure that the product type is correctly assigned to the product category.
  If necessary, create a new product type or modify the existing one to ensure compatibility with the product category.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify products of the specified type and category.
  If there are authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user roles accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on product types and categories to ensure compliance with system requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation or modification of the product again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to work with product master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully manage your product master data in SAP.