How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE536 - Internal number assignment not supported for this product category

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE536 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 536

• Message text: Internal number assignment not supported for this product category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE536 - Internal number assignment not supported for this product category ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE536, which states "Internal number assignment not supported for this product category," typically occurs in the context of product master data management, particularly when dealing with product categories that do not support internal number assignment for certain operations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Product Category Configuration: The product category you are trying to use may not be configured to allow internal number assignment. This can happen if the category is set up to use external number assignment only.
  Master Data Settings: The settings in the material master or product master data may not align with the requirements for internal number assignment.
  System Configuration: There may be system-wide settings or configurations that restrict the use of internal number assignment for specific product categories.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Category Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the product category in question. Ensure that it is set up to allow internal number assignment.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under