How To Fix CCMM253 - Notification &1 cannot be used. Customizing settings only allows type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CCMM - Message Class for A&D CCM

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Notification &1 cannot be used. Customizing settings only allows type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CCMM253 - Notification &1 cannot be used. Customizing settings only allows type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CCMM253 indicates that there is a mismatch between the type of notification you are trying to use and the type that is allowed based on your customizing settings. Specifically, the message states that the notification type you are attempting to use (denoted as &1) cannot be utilized because the system is configured to only allow a different type (denoted as &2).
  Cause:
  
  Customizing Settings: The error typically arises from the configuration settings in the SAP system. The notification type you are trying to create or use is not permitted according to the current customizing settings.
  Incorrect Notification Type: You may be trying to use a notification type that is not valid for the specific process or area you are working in.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or use the specified notification type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (usually in SPRO) for the area you are working in (e.g., Plant Maintenance, Quality Management).
  Look for the settings related to notification types and ensure that the type you are trying to use is allowed.
  If necessary, modify the customizing settings to include the notification type you need.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Notification Type:
  
  If changing the customizing settings is not an option, you may need to use the notification type that is allowed (type &2 in the error message).
  Review the documentation or guidelines for the specific process to understand which notification types are appropriate.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or manage the notification type in question.
  If there are authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team to resolve them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OIK1 (for customizing notification types) or OIK2 (to maintain notification types) to access and modify the settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on notification types and their configurations.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.