How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL070 - Material Category &1 does not exist or is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL - General Messages

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Material Category &1 does not exist or is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL070 - Material Category &1 does not exist or is not active ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL070 indicates that the material category specified (represented by &1) does not exist or is not active in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with material master data in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Material Category: The material category you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Inactive Material Category: The material category exists but is marked as inactive, meaning it cannot be used for new materials or transactions.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the material category code you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the material category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Category:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMSN (or use the relevant transaction for your version) to check the list of material categories.
  Verify if the material category exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Material Category:
  
  If the material category does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., OMS2 for creating material types).
  If it exists but is inactive, you can activate it by changing its status in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the material category code you are entering to ensure there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material category. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on managing material categories.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material categories fit into the broader context of material master data management in SAP can help in troubleshooting.
  Configuration Settings: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings related to material types and categories in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management.