How To Fix CRM_ICM_BP022 - Category to be searched is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ICM_BP - Message class for ICM Busienss partner

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Category to be searched is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ICM_BP022 - Category to be searched is not valid ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ICM_BP022, which states "Category to be searched is not valid," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module, particularly when dealing with business partner (BP) data or when trying to search for business partners using specific categories.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Category: The category you are trying to use for searching business partners may not exist or may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of business partner categories in the system, such as missing entries in the customizing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain categories or business partner data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data that prevent the system from recognizing the category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for business partner settings and verify that the category you are trying to use is defined and active.
  Ensure that the category is correctly assigned to the relevant business partner roles.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the business partner categories.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Search Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the search parameters being used are correct and that the category is spelled correctly.
  If using a custom search function, verify that it is correctly implemented and that it references valid categories.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Issues:
  
  Use transaction code BP to check the business partner data and ensure that the relevant categories are correctly assigned to the business partners.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing data that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on business partner categories and their configuration.
  
  
  
  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: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  
  
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the business partner roles are correctly assigned and that the categories are relevant to those roles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CRM_ICM_BP022 error message.