How To Fix /CWM/MM030 - Item Category &1 (Consignment) Is Not Supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MM -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Item Category &1 (Consignment) Is Not Supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MM030 - Item Category &1 (Consignment) Is Not Supported ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MM030 Item Category &1 (Consignment) Is Not Supported typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management when dealing with consignment stock. This error indicates that the system does not support the specified item category for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Item Category: The item category specified (in this case, consignment) is not configured or supported for the transaction you are attempting to execute.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not allow for the processing of consignment items in the context of the operation you are trying to perform (e.g., goods movement, purchase order).
  Transaction Type Limitations: Certain transaction types may not support consignment stock, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the item category for consignment is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the item category is allowed for the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Check if the transaction type you are using supports consignment items. If not, you may need to use a different transaction type that does.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to consignment stock and item categories to understand the limitations and requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Process:
  
  If consignment stock is not supported for the operation, consider adjusting your process to use a different item category that is supported.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or process adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Item Categories: In SAP, item categories define the behavior of materials in various transactions. Each item category has specific settings that determine how the system processes it.
  Consignment Stock: Consignment stock refers to inventory that is owned by a supplier but is stored at the buyer's location. The buyer only pays for the stock when it is consumed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., ME21N for purchase orders, MIGO for goods movements) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.