How To Fix COM_PRCAT020 - Value &1 is not permitted for attribute &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRCAT - Product Category

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Value &1 is not permitted for attribute &2

What causes this issue?

You want to specify that the value &V1& is allowed for the attribute
&V2&. However, in attribute maintenance or in the higher-level category
('parent category'), you specified that the value &V1& is not allowed
for this attribute.

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?

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_PRCAT020 - Value &1 is not permitted for attribute &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRCAT020 indicates that a specific value is not permitted for a given attribute in the context of product categorization or classification. This error typically arises when you are trying to assign a value to an attribute that does not meet the predefined criteria or is not allowed in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Value: The value you are trying to assign to the attribute is not valid. This could be due to:
  
  The value not being defined in the system.
  The value being outside the acceptable range or list of values for that attribute.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The attribute may have specific settings or restrictions that prevent certain values from being assigned. This could be due to:
  
  Missing configuration in the classification system.
  Incorrect settings in the product hierarchy or categorization.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to this error, such as:
  
  Conflicting data entries.
  Data that does not comply with the business rules defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Allowed Values: Verify the allowed values for the attribute in question. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like CL02 for class maintenance).
  Reviewing the value list for the attribute to ensure the value you are trying to use is included.
  
  
  
  Correct the Value: If the value is indeed invalid, you will need to:
  
  Change the value to one that is permitted.
  If necessary, update the configuration to allow the desired value, if it is valid for your business process.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the classification and categorization settings are correctly configured. This may involve:
  
  Checking the settings in the classification system.
  Ensuring that the product hierarchy is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the attribute and its allowed values.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CL02: Class Maintenance
  CL01: Create Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CLOI: Class Overview
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to classifications and attributes.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.