How To Fix CX166 - Industry sector & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Industry sector & is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Industry sector &V& is not defined.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

An industry sector must be defined in Customizing before you can use
it.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 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 that the industry sector you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  If the error occurs during the creation or modification of master data, check the industry sector field in the master record.
  Make sure that the industry sector is valid and corresponds to the allowed values in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during a transaction, review the settings and parameters for that transaction to ensure they align with the allowed industry sectors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the industry sector settings relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, XD01 for customer creation, or MK01 for vendor creation, depending on where the error occurs.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant data.
  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 to resolve it.