How To Fix COM_CATEGORY001 - Category &1 does not belong to the category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_CATEGORY - Category

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Category &1 does not belong to the category &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_CATEGORY001 - Category &1 does not belong to the category &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_CATEGORY001 indicates that there is a mismatch between the category you are trying to use and the category it is supposed to belong to. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, where categories are used to classify materials, products, or other objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to assign a category (Category &1) that does not belong to the expected parent category (Category &2).
  There may be a configuration issue in the classification system where the category hierarchy is not set up correctly.
  The category you are trying to use may have been deleted or is inactive.
  There may be a data entry error where the wrong category is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Category Assignment:
  
  Verify that the category you are trying to use (Category &1) is indeed a valid subcategory of the expected parent category (Category &2).
  You can do this by navigating to the classification system in SAP and checking the category hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for the classification system to ensure that the categories are correctly defined and linked.
  Ensure that the category is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the category assignment in the relevant transaction or master data record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the classification system in your organization to ensure compliance with the expected category structure.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to view and modify category assignments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to categories and classifications in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.