Message type: E = Error
Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess
Message number: 166
Message text: Industry sector & is not allowed
Industry sector &V& is not defined.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
An industry sector must be defined in Customizing before you can use
it.
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CX166
- Industry sector & is not allowed ?The SAP error message "CX166 Industry sector & is not allowed" typically occurs when there is an issue related to the industry sector configuration in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the creation or modification of master data (like customer or vendor records) or while processing transactions that involve industry-specific settings.
Cause: Invalid Industry Sector: The industry sector specified in the transaction or master data does not match the allowed values configured in the system.
Configuration Issues: The industry sector may not be properly configured in the system, or the relevant settings may not be activated. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the industry sector is not aligned with the business processes or organizational structure.
Solution: Check Industry Sector Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and verify the allowed industry sectors for the relevant application area (e.g., customer master, vendor master). Ensure
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