How To Fix CRM_MKTLIST_MD003 - Category &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTLIST_MD - ELM Mapping Design Time

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Category &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTLIST_MD003 - Category &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTLIST_MD003, which states "Category &1 is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of marketing lists or campaign management within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This error indicates that the category specified (represented by &1) is not permitted for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Category: The category you are trying to use for the marketing list or campaign is not defined or is not allowed in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured to allow certain categories for the specific marketing list or campaign type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Category Definition:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP CRM and verify that the category you are trying to use is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the category is active and available for the type of marketing list or campaign you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Marketing List Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the marketing list or campaign to ensure that the category is allowed. This can usually be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under CRM Marketing.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the specified category. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for more information on the specific categories allowed for marketing lists and campaigns.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER for managing marketing campaigns or CRMD_MKTLIST for marketing lists.
  Customizing Settings: Look into the customizing settings for marketing in SAP CRM, which can be accessed via transaction SPRO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.