How To Fix BT374 - Event category is invalid

BT374 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 374

• Message text: Event category is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT374 - Event category is invalid ?

  The SAP error message BT374, which states "Event category is invalid," typically occurs in the context of Business Transaction (BT) processing within SAP systems. This error indicates that the event category specified in a transaction or configuration is not recognized or is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Event Category: The event category specified in the transaction may not exist or may have been incorrectly entered.
  
  Configuration Issues: The event category may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the event categories, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified event category.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Event Category: Verify that the event category you are trying to use is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the