How To Fix G00494 - Subitem &2 does not exist in subitem category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 494

• Message text: Subitem &2 does not exist in subitem category &1

What causes this issue?

One of the data records to be processed or posted contains a subitem
that does not exist.

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?

Correct the data record, or create subitem &V2& within subitem category
&V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00494 - Subitem &2 does not exist in subitem category &1 ?

  The SAP error message G00494 indicates that a specific subitem does not exist in the specified subitem category. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, inventory management, or when dealing with specific item categories in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Subitem or Category: The subitem you are trying to use may not be defined in the system for the specified subitem category.
  Configuration Issues: The subitem category may not be properly configured in the system, or the subitem may not have been created or activated.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the subitem or category code being used.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the subitem or category may not have been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Subitem and Category: Verify that the subitem and the subitem category you are using are correct. Ensure that they match the definitions in the system.
  Create or Activate Subitem: If the subitem does not exist, you may need to create it in the system. This can typically be done through the relevant configuration or master data transaction.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the subitem category in the system. Ensure that the subitem is included in the correct category.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the specific requirements for the subitem and category you are working with.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or MM01 (for material creation) to manage subitems and categories.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that your master data management processes are robust to prevent such issues in the future.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify subitems and categories in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.