How To Fix CRM_CMDC_CUSTOMIZING024 - You must maintain a case type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_CMDC_CUSTOMIZING - Messages for Complaint and Dispute Case Customizing

• Message number: 024

• Message text: You must maintain a case type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_CMDC_CUSTOMIZING024 - You must maintain a case type ?

  The SAP error message CRM_CMDC_CUSTOMIZING024 indicates that a case type must be maintained in the system for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when you attempt to create or manage a case without having a defined case type.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined case type in the system. Case types are essential in SAP CRM as they determine the characteristics and behavior of cases, including how they are processed, the status management, and the categorization of cases.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain a case type in the system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Customer Relationship Management -> Service Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Case Types.
  
  
  
  Define a Case Type:
  
  In the "Define Case Types" section, you can create a new case type or modify an existing one.
  Ensure that you fill in all the required fields, such as the case type ID, description, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Case Type to Business Transactions:
  
  After defining the case type, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant business transactions or processes where it will be used.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify case types in the system.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After maintaining the case type, try to perform the operation again that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Case Management in SAP CRM: Understanding how case management works in SAP CRM can help you better configure and utilize case types.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on case types and their configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CRMD_ORDER for managing cases and SPRO for accessing the customizing settings.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.