How To Fix CM_EHPRC_MIGRATION050 - Material category &1 does not exist or is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHPRC_MIGRATION - Messages used by the migration report and supporting classes

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Material category &1 does not exist or is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHPRC_MIGRATION050 - Material category &1 does not exist or is not active ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHPRC_MIGRATION050 indicates that a specific material category (denoted by &1) does not exist or is not active in the system. This error typically arises during processes related to material management, such as data migration, material creation, or updates.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material Category: The material category specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  Inactive Material Category: The material category exists but is marked as inactive. Inactive categories cannot be used for creating or managing materials.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the material management module that prevent the category from being recognized.
  Data Migration Issues: If this error occurs during a data migration process, it may indicate that the migration data references a material category that is not set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Material Category:
  
  Check the material category in the system to ensure it exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction (e.g., MM01 for material creation).
  Ensure that the category is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Activate Material Category:
  
  If the material category exists but is inactive, you will need to activate it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for material management.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant area to activate the material category.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for material types and categories to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the material category is assigned to the appropriate material type.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error occurs during a data migration process, review the migration data to ensure that it references valid and active material categories in the target system.
  Adjust the migration data as necessary to align with the existing categories in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on material categories and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration)
  
  
  Material Management (MM) Module: Understanding the structure and configuration of the MM module can help in troubleshooting issues related to material categories.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_EHPRC_MIGRATION050 and ensure that the material category is correctly set up in your SAP system.