How To Fix /BSNAGT/MESSAGE228 - &1 is not a valid content category.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BSNAGT/MESSAGE -

• Message number: 228

• Message text: &1 is not a valid content category.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE228 - &1 is not a valid content category. ?

  The SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE228 &1 is not a valid content category typically indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified content category in a particular context, such as when trying to create or manage business documents or content in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Content Category: The content category specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, an outdated reference, or a missing configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The content categories may not have been properly configured in the system, or the necessary customizing settings may not have been completed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified content category.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Content Category: Verify that the content category you are trying to use is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Configuration: If the content category does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant application area.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the content category. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or SUIM.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the valid content categories and their configurations.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or configure content categories (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.