How To Fix CJ636 - Cannot display values with different categories

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Cannot display values with different categories

What causes this issue?

In the field selection you have selected fields that have different
categories. For instance you cannot dispaly quantities and monetary
values simultaneously in the costs chart.

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Select fields that all have the same category, for instance only
quantities or only monetary alues.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ636 - Cannot display values with different categories ?

  The SAP error message CJ636, "Cannot display values with different categories," typically occurs in the context of project management and controlling within SAP, particularly when dealing with project structures, cost planning, or reporting. This error indicates that there is an attempt to display or process values that belong to different categories, which is not allowed in the context of the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Different Categories: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to display or aggregate values that belong to different categories (e.g., costs, revenues, budgets) that are not compatible with each other.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as different types of cost elements or different project structures.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the project system or controlling module that are not aligned, leading to this error when trying to display or analyze data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Categories: Review