How To Fix CB1201 - Process message category &1 is not defined in plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB1 - PP-PI-PMA: Messages for Process Management (Interfaces)

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Process message category &1 is not defined in plant &2

What causes this issue?

Process message category &V1& for plant &V2& has not been defined in
Customizing. The system was unable to create the process message.

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?

Execute one of the following steps:
Use an existing message category.
Create message category &V1& for plant &V2& in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB1201 - Process message category &1 is not defined in plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message CB1201 indicates that a process message category is not defined for a specific plant. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's process management or production planning modules, where certain message categories are expected to be configured for specific plants.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A process message category (e.g., for notifications, alerts, or other messages) is referenced in a transaction or process, but it has not been defined in the system for the specified plant.
  There may be a configuration issue where the necessary settings for the process message categories have not been completed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CB1201 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for defining process message categories.
  Path: Logistics -> Production -> Process Message Management -> Define Process Message Categories.
  Ensure that the process message category in question is defined for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Categories:
  
  If the category is not defined, you will need to create it. Make sure to assign it to the correct plant and configure any necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the process message categories.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the process message categories relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 to check the database tables related to process messages.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CB1201 error in your SAP system.