How To Fix CI510 - Specify item category for non-stock items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 510

• Message text: Specify item category for non-stock items

What causes this issue?

You want to allocate non-stock materials that are externally procured to
a general task list, an equipment task list or a task list for
functional locations. You can enter non-stock items either with or
without a material master. However, for these items you must maintain
purchasing data in the bill of material and provide the item category
<LB>N</>.

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?

Configure your system accordingly and assign the item category <LB>N</>
to the standard BOM usage for <ZK>Plant Maintenance</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI510 - Specify item category for non-stock items ?

  The SAP error message CI510, which states "Specify item category for non-stock items," typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (like a purchase order or a sales order) that includes non-stock items, but the system does not have a valid item category assigned to those items.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Category: The item category for the non-stock item is not specified in the material master or in the document you are trying to create.
  Configuration Issues: The item category settings in the configuration may not be properly set up to handle non-stock items.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using may not allow for non-stock items, or it may require specific item categories that are not defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record for the non-stock item and ensure that the item category is specified correctly. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 to display the material and check the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Define Item Categories:
  
  If the item category is missing, you may need to define it in the configuration. This can be done in the following way:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Define Item Categories.
  Ensure that the item category for non-stock items is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using allows for non-stock items. You can check this in the configuration settings for the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Assign Item Category in Document:
  
  When creating the document (e.g., purchase order), make sure to manually specify the item category for the non-stock item if it is not automatically populated.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Item Categories: Common item categories for non-stock items include "D" (for services) or "N" (for non-stock items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CI510 error and successfully process your non-stock items in SAP.