How To Fix COM_PRODUCT036 - No set types assigned to object family &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT - General Messages on Products

• Message number: 036

• Message text: No set types assigned to object family &

What causes this issue?

Before you can set up the category for the object family, it must be
assigned set types.

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 set types to the object family in Customizing.
To maintain the necessary entries from here, choose <LS>Customizing</>
in the <LS>Performance Assistant</> toolbar.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT036 - No set types assigned to object family & ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT036 indicates that there are no set types assigned to the specified object family in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where product structures and configurations are managed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to access or process a product or object family that does not have any set types defined. Set types are used to categorize and manage different types of objects or products within the system. If none are assigned, the system cannot proceed with the operation, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_PRODUCT036 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Object Family Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the object family in question. This can typically be done through transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) or specific configuration transactions related to your module.
  Ensure that the object family has set types assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Assign Set Types:
  
  If no set types are assigned, you will need to assign appropriate set types to the object family. This can usually be done in the configuration settings where you define the characteristics of the object family.
  Make sure to save your changes after assigning the set types.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any custom logic is affecting the assignment of set types. You may need to consult with your development team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  COMC: Configuration for Product Management.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing object families and set types.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_PRODUCT036 error and ensure that your object family is properly configured with the necessary set types.