How To Fix EPRO164 - The profile values category and replacement procedure groups do not agree

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPRO - Messages for EDM Profile Processing

• Message number: 164

• Message text: The profile values category and replacement procedure groups do not agree

What causes this issue?

You cannot combine replacement value procedure group &V1& and profile
value category &V2& for this profile.
You can only use the profile value categories <LS>Quantity</>, <LS>
Demand</> and <LS>Factor</> to create replacement values.
In Customizing, the relevant profile value category must be selected as
valid for the replacement value procedure group.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE ISU_PENCIL OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPRO164 - The profile values category and replacement procedure groups do not agree ?

  The SAP error message EPRO164 indicates a mismatch between the profile values category and the replacement procedure groups in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules. This error typically arises when there is an inconsistency in the configuration settings related to product data management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Profile Configuration Mismatch: The error usually occurs when the profile values category defined in the system does not align with the replacement procedure groups that are being used. This can happen if:
  
  The profile values category is incorrectly set up.
  The replacement procedure groups are not properly defined or are inconsistent with the profile values category.
  Changes were made to the configuration without updating related settings.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, manual data entry errors can lead to this mismatch, where the wrong category or group is selected.
  
  
  System Upgrades or Changes: If there have been recent upgrades or changes to the system, it may have affected the existing configurations, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Values Category: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the profile values category in SAP.
  Ensure that the category is correctly defined and corresponds to the intended replacement procedure groups.
  
  
  
  Review Replacement Procedure Groups:
  
  Check the settings for the replacement procedure groups.
  Make sure that they are correctly configured and compatible with the profile values category.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check in the configuration settings to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the relevant entries.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If discrepancies are found, update the configuration settings to ensure that the profile values category and replacement procedure groups are aligned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring profile values and replacement procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.