How To Fix COM_CLEAR035 - Invalid category &1 in data cleansing case &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_CLEAR - Clearing Tool

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Invalid category &1 in data cleansing case &2

What causes this issue?

At the moment only type <zh>D</> (Comparision of duplicates) is
supported in data cleansing. The current cleansing case was created via
a BAPI with a type other than <ZH>D</>.

System Response

Cleansing case cannot be processed with this transaction.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator. Cleansing cases with the wrong type
must deleted using the BAPI or changed to the correct type <zh>D</>.

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 COM_CLEAR035 - Invalid category &1 in data cleansing case &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_CLEAR035 indicates that there is an invalid category specified in a data cleansing case. This error typically arises in the context of data cleansing processes within SAP, particularly when using the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) modules.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Category Code: The category code specified in the data cleansing case does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data cleansing categories in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect category code when creating or modifying the data cleansing case.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, the necessary categories may not have been defined or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Category Code:
  
  Verify the category code that is being used in the data cleansing case. Ensure that it is valid and exists in the system.
  You can check the available categories in the relevant configuration settings or documentation.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for data cleansing in your SAP system. Ensure that all necessary categories are defined and active.
  If you have access, check the customizing settings in transaction SPRO under the relevant module (e.g., CRM or MDG).
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error was caused by a user input mistake, correct the category code in the data cleansing case and try again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on valid category codes and their usage in data cleansing.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for development objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to COM_CLEAR035 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.