How To Fix COM_PRCAT021 - Range &1 to &2 is not allowed for attribute &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRCAT - Product Category

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Range &1 to &2 is not allowed for attribute &3

What causes this issue?

You want to specify that the values between &V1& and &V2& are allowed
for the attribute &V3& for this category. However, in attribute
maintenance or in the higher-level category ('parent category'), you
specified that these values are not allowed.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRCAT021 - Range &1 to &2 is not allowed for attribute &3 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRCAT021 indicates that there is an issue with the range of values specified for a particular attribute in the context of a pricing condition or a similar configuration. The message typically means that the range defined (from &1 to &2) is not valid for the specified attribute (&3).
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Range: The range of values you are trying to set for the attribute is not allowed. This could be due to:
  
  The values being out of the permissible limits defined in the system.
  The attribute itself not supporting the specified range.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the pricing procedure or the condition records that leads to this error.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes in data entry, such as typos or incorrect values, can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Attribute Definition: Review the definition of the attribute (&3) in the system to understand the valid ranges. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  Adjust the Range: Modify the range from &1 to &2 to ensure it falls within the allowed limits for the attribute. This may involve:
  
  Changing the values to valid ones.
  Removing or adjusting the condition records that are causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, check the configuration of the pricing procedure or the relevant condition types to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the attribute and its valid ranges.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error is resolved and that the pricing conditions work as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), or SPRO (Customizing) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If you continue to experience difficulties, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP pricing and configuration.