How To Fix 67097 - Activity category must not be maintained for this product type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 67 - Loans Messages - Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Activity category must not be maintained for this product type

What causes this issue?

The activity category must only be maintained for those product types
which relate to foreign exchange, to the money market or to derivatives.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 67097 - Activity category must not be maintained for this product type ?

  The SAP error message 67097, which states "Activity category must not be maintained for this product type," typically occurs in the context of product master data or when dealing with product types in SAP. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the configuration of the product type and the activity category.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The product type you are trying to maintain has been configured in such a way that it does not allow for an activity category to be assigned. This is often due to the settings in the product type configuration.
  Product Type Restrictions: Certain product types in SAP are designed to not have activity categories associated with them. This is common for product types that are not intended for project management or cost tracking.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an attempt to assign an activity category to a product type that inherently does not support it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Type Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the product type in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Product Master or similar).
  Remove Activity Category: If you have mistakenly assigned an activity category to a product type that does not support it, you should remove that assignment. This can typically be done in the product master data maintenance screen.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files to understand the specific restrictions and requirements for the product type you are working with.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure about the configuration or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or similar to access the product master data.
  Customizing Settings: The relevant customizing settings can usually be found in the SAP IMG under Logistics -> Material Management -> Material Master -> Basic Settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 67097 and ensure that your product type is correctly configured in SAP.