How To Fix COM_PRCAT013 - You can only assign the product to the category in the original system &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRCAT - Product Category

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You can only assign the product to the category in the original system &

What causes this issue?

You want to assign the product to a product category. However, this
product category has been imported from another system. To ensure the
consistency of data in the different systems, new products may be
assigned to a product category only in the category's original system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Assign the product to the product category in the category's original
system and reimport the data.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRCAT013 - You can only assign the product to the category in the original system & ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRCAT013 indicates that you are trying to assign a product to a category in a system that is not the original system where the product was created. This typically occurs in scenarios involving multiple systems, such as when using SAP Central Finance or when products are managed across different SAP instances.
  Cause:
  
  Original System Restriction: The product was created in a specific system, and SAP enforces that it can only be assigned to categories in that same system. This is a design feature to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Data Replication Issues: If the product data is replicated from one system to another, the assignment of categories may be restricted to the original system.
  Cross-System Configuration: The configuration of the systems may not allow for cross-system category assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the Original System: To resolve this error, you need to perform the category assignment in the original system where the product was created.
  Check System Configuration: Ensure that the system settings allow for the desired category assignments. If cross-system assignments are needed, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to see if adjustments can be made.
  Data Replication: If you are using data replication tools, ensure that the product and category data are correctly synchronized across systems.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to product category assignments for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to product management and category assignments, such as CMM1 (Create Product Category) or CMM2 (Change Product Category).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the assignment has the necessary authorizations in both the original and target systems.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.