How To Fix CRM_GRM_BTX002 - Financial execution type not maintained for item category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_GRM_BTX - Generic business transaction messages for Grantor

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Financial execution type not maintained for item category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_GRM_BTX002 - Financial execution type not maintained for item category &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_GRM_BTX002, which states "Financial execution type not maintained for item category &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when there is an issue with the configuration of item categories in relation to financial execution types.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a financial execution type for the specified item category. In SAP CRM, item categories are used to define the characteristics of items in a transaction, and each item category should have a corresponding financial execution type that determines how financial transactions are processed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the financial execution type for the specified item category. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Follow the path: CRM > Master Data > Product > Define Item Categories.
  Alternatively, you can navigate to CRM > Order Management > Define Item Categories.
  
  
  
  Select the Item Category:
  
  Find the item category that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Double-click on the item category to edit its settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Financial Execution Type:
  
  In the item category configuration, look for the field related to the financial execution type.
  Enter the appropriate financial execution type that corresponds to the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that triggered the error and test it again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Financial Execution Types: These are used to define how financial transactions are processed in the system. Common types include invoice, credit memo, etc.
  Item Categories: These are crucial for defining the behavior of items in sales orders, service orders, and other transactions in SAP CRM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CRMD_ORDER for managing CRM orders and CRMD_ORDERADM_H for accessing order administration.
  
  If the issue persists after maintaining the financial execution type, consider checking for any additional configuration settings or dependencies that may affect the item category or financial execution process. Additionally, consulting with your SAP functional consultant or support team may provide further insights into the issue.