How To Fix COM_PRODUCT033 - Object family & is not allowed for product type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT - General Messages on Products

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Object family & is not allowed for product type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT033 - Object family & is not allowed for product type & ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT033 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of product types and object families in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the object family you are trying to use is not allowed for the specified product type.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issue: The object family is not correctly assigned to the product type in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect object family is being used for a product type.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for the relationship between the product type and object family has not been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for product types and object families in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the object family you are trying to use is allowed for the specified product type.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under Logistics > Product Management > Product Structure > Define Product Types.
  
  
  
  Review Product Type Settings:
  
  Navigate to the product type settings and verify that the object family is correctly assigned.
  If necessary, modify the settings to include the object family for the product type.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data entry for the product in question to ensure that the correct object family is being used.
  If you find any discrepancies, correct them and try again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring product types and object families.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or modify the product again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like C223 (for product type configuration) or C201 (for creating product structures) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to product type and object family configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the COM_PRODUCT033 error in your SAP system.