How To Fix CRM_ORGMAN257 - Only team types of team category &1 are allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ORGMAN - Message Class for Organizational Data Set

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Only team types of team category &1 are allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ORGMAN257 - Only team types of team category &1 are allowed. ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ORGMAN257 indicates that there is an issue with the team types being used in a specific context within the SAP CRM system. This error typically arises when you are trying to assign a team type that is not allowed for the specified team category.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to create or modify a team in the CRM system, but the team type you are using does not match the allowed team types for the specified team category.
  The team category has been configured to accept only certain team types, and the one you are trying to use is not included in that configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Team Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for team categories in your SAP system. This can usually be found in the customizing settings under CRM -> Master Data -> Organizational Management -> Define Team Categories.
  Identify the team category you are working with and check which team types are allowed for that category.
  
  
  
  Use Allowed Team Types:
  
  Ensure that you are using one of the allowed team types for the specified team category. If you need to use a different team type, you may need to change the team category or modify the configuration to include the desired team type.
  
  
  
  Modify Team Type Settings:
  
  If necessary, you can modify the settings for the team category to include additional team types. This requires appropriate authorization and should be done with caution to avoid impacting other processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to organizational management and team configurations for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER to access CRM order management or PPOME for organizational management to view and edit organizational structures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to team categories and types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.