How To Fix EUI056 - The system found different division categories for &1 and &2. &3

EUI056 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EUI - Messages for Point of Delivery

• Message number: 056

• Message text: The system found different division categories for &1 and &2. &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EUI056 - The system found different division categories for &1 and &2. &3 ?

  The SAP error message EUI056 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the division categories for two different entities (usually materials, products, or organizational units) in the system. This error typically arises in scenarios involving master data management, particularly when dealing with materials or products that are assigned to different divisions.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that the two entities (&1 and &2) are assigned to different division categories, which can lead to inconsistencies in reporting, pricing, or other business processes. The third parameter (&3) usually provides additional context, such as the specific field or data element that is causing the issue.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Entities: Check the entities represented by &1 and &2 in the error message. These could be materials, products, or organizational units.
  
  
  Check Division Assignments: 
  
  Go to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master) and check the