How To Fix BBP_ES_ERP_INT005 - Item &1: SAP Sourcing does not support item category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BBP_ES_ERP_INT - E-Sourcing integration

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Item &1: SAP Sourcing does not support item category &2

What causes this issue?

You have maintained a supplier that is defined as an SAP Sourcing
supplier in Customizing, and you want to enter an item with item
category <(>&<)>2. However, this is not possible because this request
for quotation (RFQ) will be sent to SAP Sourcing. The integration with
SAP Sourcing supports only items with item category <LB>Standard</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to send this RFQ to SAP Sourcing, use item category
<LB>Standard</> for the relevant item. If you do not want to send this
RFQ to SAP Sourcing, maintain another supplier.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BBP_ES_ERP_INT005 - Item &1: SAP Sourcing does not support item category &2 ?

  The SAP error message BBP_ES_ERP_INT005 indicates that there is an issue with the item category in the integration between SAP Sourcing and SAP ERP. Specifically, it states that the item category specified for the item is not supported by SAP Sourcing.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Unsupported Item Category: The item category being used in the transaction is not recognized or supported by SAP Sourcing. This can happen if the item category is custom or if it is not configured correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in SAP Sourcing or SAP ERP that do not align, leading to the item category being unrecognized.
  Data Transfer Issues: There could be issues in the data transfer process between SAP ERP and SAP Sourcing, causing the item category to be misinterpreted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Category: Verify the item category (&2) being used for the item (&1). Ensure that it is a valid and supported category in SAP Sourcing. Common item categories include standard items, services, etc.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  In SAP Sourcing, check the configuration settings to ensure that the item categories are correctly defined and mapped.
  Ensure that the integration settings between SAP ERP and SAP Sourcing are correctly configured to support the item categories being used.
  
  
  
  Update Item Category: If the item category is indeed unsupported, consider changing it to a supported category in SAP ERP before sending the data to SAP Sourcing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for both SAP Sourcing and SAP ERP to understand the supported item categories and any specific configuration requirements.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the integration works correctly and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on item category support in SAP Sourcing.
  Integration Documentation: Review the integration documentation between SAP ERP and SAP Sourcing for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  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 the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.