How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC038 - Select a valid info record category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC - Manage Info Records Messages

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Select a valid info record category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC038 - Select a valid info record category ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC038 ("Select a valid info record category") typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a purchasing info record in the Materials Management (MM) module, but the selected info record category is invalid or not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Info Record Category: The category selected for the info record does not exist or is not configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The info record categories may not be properly set up in the system, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain categories.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have made a typographical error when entering the info record category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Info Record Categories:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Info Record > Define Info Record Categories.
  Verify that the category you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Select a Valid Category:
  
  When creating or modifying the info record, ensure that you select a valid category from the dropdown list. If you are unsure, consult with your SAP MM administrator or refer to the documentation.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the info record categories. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Make sure that the category is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which categories are valid, refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to purchasing info records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME11 (Create Info Record)
  ME12 (Change Info Record)
  ME13 (Display Info Record)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to info record categories.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training on how to correctly select and manage info record categories.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or modify the purchasing info record in SAP.