How To Fix 69998 - Address category & not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 998

• Message text: Address category & not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69998 - Address category & not permitted ?

  The SAP error message "69998 Address category & not permitted" typically occurs when there is an issue with the address data being processed in the system. This error is often related to the configuration of address categories in the SAP system, which can restrict certain types of addresses from being used in specific contexts.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Address Category: The address category being used is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform. This could be due to a configuration setting that restricts certain address types.
  Missing Configuration: The address category may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the error when the system attempts to validate the address.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect address category is assigned to a business partner or customer.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Address Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for address categories in the SAP system. This can usually be found in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the address category you are trying to use is permitted for the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner or Customer Data:
  
  Check the business partner or customer master data to ensure that the address category assigned is valid and appropriate for the context.
  If necessary, update the address category to one that is permitted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to address management to understand the valid address categories and their usage.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or VD01 (Create Customer) to check and modify address data.
  Customizing Settings: The relevant customizing settings can often be found under the following path in SPRO: 
  
  SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Logistics General -> Business Partner -> Address Management.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more details on the error, which may provide additional context or related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.