How To Fix CRMS4_SRV_MAINT007 - Cannot use mixed item categories for maintenance transaction type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_SRV_MAINT -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Cannot use mixed item categories for maintenance transaction type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMS4_SRV_MAINT007 - Cannot use mixed item categories for maintenance transaction type &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRMS4_SRV_MAINT007 indicates that there is an issue with using mixed item categories in a maintenance transaction type. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when trying to create or modify a service order or maintenance transaction that involves different item categories that are not compatible with each other.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Mixed Item Categories: The transaction is attempting to use multiple item categories that are not allowed to be mixed. For example, you might be trying to combine service items with non-service items in a way that the system does not support.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the transaction type may not allow for mixed item categories. This is often defined in the customizing settings of the CRM system.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on the types of item categories that can be used together.
  
  
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