How To Fix EH417 - Enter a reference object with a valid category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EH - Messasge class for disconnection and reconnection

• Message number: 417

• Message text: Enter a reference object with a valid category

What causes this issue?

The reference object of a disconnection document must be in one of the
following categories:
Business partner
Contract account (IS-U)
Contract
Connection object
Premise
Installation
Device
The reference object you entered has a different category.

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?

Select one of the above categories.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EH417 - Enter a reference object with a valid category ?

  The SAP error message EH417 "Enter a reference object with a valid category" typically occurs in the context of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or similar modules where reference objects are used for various processes, such as risk assessments, incident reporting, or compliance management.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system requires a reference object (such as a material, equipment, or location) to be specified, but the object entered does not belong to a valid category. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Object Type: The reference object you are trying to enter does not match the expected type or category defined in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the reference object categories may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the reference object ID or name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain reference objects.
  
  
  Solution:
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