How To Fix FSH_SD_COMMON017 - Item category &1 not requirement relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_SD_COMMON -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Item category &1 not requirement relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON017 - Item category &1 not requirement relevant ?

  The SAP error message FSH_SD_COMMON017 indicates that the item category specified in the sales document is not relevant for requirements planning. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) when dealing with item categories that are not intended to be included in the requirements calculation.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Item Category Configuration: The item category assigned to the sales document is configured in such a way that it is not marked as relevant for requirements. This is often the case for item categories that are used for services or non-stock items.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type may not be set up to handle items that require planning.
  Master Data Settings: The material master or customer master data may have settings that affect the item category's relevance for requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for item categories in the SAP system (Transaction code: OVAJ).
  Verify the settings for the item category in question. Ensure that the "Requirement Relevant" indicator is set appropriately if you want it to be included in requirements planning.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document Type:
  
  Check the configuration of the sales document type (Transaction code: VOTXN).
  Ensure that the document type is set up to handle items that are relevant for requirements.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the item in question (Transaction code: MM03).
  Ensure that the relevant views (like Sales Organization Data and MRP Data) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Item Category Determination:
  
  Review the item category determination logic to ensure that the correct item category is being assigned based on the sales document type and other criteria.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the specific configuration for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OVAJ - Configure Item Categories
  VOTXN - Configure Sales Document Types
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect item category determination.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.