How To Fix CRM_IU_PFC021 - Product &1 could not be simulated; check the item category group

CRM_IU_PFC021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_IU_PFC - Product Finder and Configurator

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Product &1 could not be simulated; check the item category group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_IU_PFC021 - Product &1 could not be simulated; check the item category group ?

  The SAP error message CRM_IU_PFC021 indicates that there is an issue with simulating a product in the SAP CRM system, specifically related to the item category group. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid configuration or mapping for the product based on its item category group.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Item Category Group: The item category group assigned to the product may be missing or incorrectly configured in the system.
  Product 
  Configuration Issues: The product may not be properly configured in the system, leading to issues during simulation.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the product or its item category.
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings for item categories may not be correctly set up, leading to the inability to simulate the product.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Group:
  
  Go to the product master data and verify the item category group assigned to the