How To Fix ATO085 - Method CHECK_BEFORE_IMPORT was called for item type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ATO - Adaptation Transport Organizer Messages

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Method CHECK_BEFORE_IMPORT was called for item type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ATO085 - Method CHECK_BEFORE_IMPORT was called for item type &1 ?

  The SAP error message ATO085 indicates that the method CHECK_BEFORE_IMPORT was called for an item type that is not valid or not properly configured in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or when dealing with master data imports.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Item Type: The item type specified in the error message (&1) may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues related to the item type in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being imported may have inconsistencies or may not meet the required criteria for the specified item type.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the import for the specified item type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the item type specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant customizing settings in SAP.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings for the item type are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Review the data being imported to ensure that it adheres to the expected format and contains all required fields.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the data that may be causing the import to fail.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations to work with the specified item type.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific item type and the CHECK_BEFORE_IMPORT method for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure and gather more information about the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to item type configuration, such as SPRO for customizing settings.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the ATO085 error and implement a suitable solution.