How To Fix CMS_RE046 - You must enter the accessory type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_RE - Message class for CMS Real Estate Add On

• Message number: 046

• Message text: You must enter the accessory type

What causes this issue?

Accessory type is a mandatory value for each accessory of a real estate
that you maintain in the Real Estate object management system.

System Response

System fails to save real estate details if you do not enter mandatory
values.
&WHAT_TO_DO&S
Select an existing accessory type using the input help on the field or
define new values in the Implementation Guide (IMG) activity Define
Accessory Types.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_RE046 - You must enter the accessory type ?

  The SAP error message CMS_RE046, which states "You must enter the accessory type," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Customer Management System (CMS) when dealing with accessories or related items in a sales order, service order, or similar transaction. This error indicates that the system requires an accessory type to be specified, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Accessory Type: The most common cause of this error is that the accessory type field is left blank when it is required for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require an accessory type to be defined for certain transactions, and if these settings are not properly configured, it can lead to this error.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently skip the accessory type field during data entry, leading to this error when attempting to save or process the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Accessory Type: The immediate solution is to ensure that you enter a valid accessory type in the relevant field before saving or processing the transaction. Check the documentation or help text for valid values.
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the accessory type should not be mandatory, consult with your SAP administrator or configuration team to review the settings related to accessory types in the system. They may need to adjust the configuration to make the field optional if appropriate.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering the accessory type and how to do so correctly to avoid this error in the future.
  Validation Rules: Review any validation rules that may be in place that could be enforcing the requirement for an accessory type. Adjust these rules if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version of the CMS for detailed information on accessory types and related fields.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that may involve accessory types, such as sales order creation (VA01), service order creation (IW31), etc.
  Support Forums: Check SAP community forums or support channels for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  SAP Notes: Look for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context or fixes.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.