How To Fix 8B672 - Reference category & unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 672

• Message text: Reference category & unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B672 - Reference category & unknown ?

  The SAP error message 8B672 with the description "Reference category & unknown" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize the reference category specified in the transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The reference category may not be defined in the system or may have been incorrectly configured.
  Missing Customization: If the reference category is a custom entry, it may not have been properly set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction where the reference category is specified.
  Version or Upgrade Issues: If the system has been recently upgraded, some configurations may not have been migrated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Reference Categories.
  Ensure that the reference category you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction where the error occurred to ensure that the reference category is entered correctly without any typos.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If the reference category is a custom entry, ensure that it has been properly created and configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the reference category in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 8B672 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 8B672 in your SAP system.