How To Fix COM_PRCAT068 - No product type specified for category &: Relship type cannot be assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRCAT - Product Category

• Message number: 068

• Message text: No product type specified for category &: Relship type cannot be assigned

What causes this issue?

Relationship types can only be assigned to a category if you have
specified the product type for the category.

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?

Specify a product type on the tab page <LS>Category</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRCAT068 - No product type specified for category &: Relship type cannot be assigned ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRCAT068 indicates that there is no product type specified for a particular category, which prevents the assignment of a relationship type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where product categories and relationships are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Product Type: The product category you are trying to use does not have an associated product type defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the product category settings or the relationship type settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data where the product category is not properly linked to a product type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for product categories in SAP.
  Ensure that the product category in question has a valid product type assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Assign Product Type:
  
  If the product type is missing, you will need to assign a product type to the category.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., SPRO -> Logistics -> Product Lifecycle Management -> Product Structure -> Define Product Categories).
  
  
  
  Review Relationship Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the relationship type you are trying to assign.
  Ensure that it is compatible with the product category and product type you are using.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all product categories and types are correctly linked.
  You may need to run reports or use transaction codes like SE16N to check the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on product categories and types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE16N for data checks, and MM03 for viewing material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product categories and types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message COM_PRCAT068 and successfully assign the relationship type.