How To Fix C5808 - Process instr. cat. & does not exist (check entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 808

• Message text: Process instr. cat. & does not exist (check entry)

What causes this issue?

Process instruction categories must be defined in Customizing. The
process instruction category "&" that you entered has not been created.

How to fix this error?

Create the process instruction category in Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5808 - Process instr. cat. & does not exist (check entry) ?

  The SAP error message C5808, which states "Process instruction category & does not exist (check entry)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Production Planning (PP) or Process Industries module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific process instruction category that you are trying to use in your transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The process instruction category you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the field where the process instruction category is specified.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the process instruction category.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the process instruction categories may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the process instruction category exists.
  You can check this in the following path: 
  
  SPRO ? Production ? Process Management ? Process Instruction ? Define Process Instruction Categories.
  
  
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry you are making for any typos or incorrect values.
  Ensure that you are using the correct process instruction category as per your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the process instruction category.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Migration:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, verify that all necessary data, including process instruction categories, has been migrated correctly.
  You may need to re-import or manually create the missing categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional context on process instruction categories and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or C223 for process instruction management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community or other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP PP or Process Industries.