How To Fix GK126 - Item category &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Item category &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK126 - Item category &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GK126, which states "Item category &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) when the system cannot find a specified item category in the configuration. This can happen during various processes, such as creating a sales order, purchase order, or during the processing of documents.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The item category may not have been defined in the system. This can happen if the configuration settings were not properly set up during the implementation or if they were deleted or modified.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain item categories.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the item categories may not have been properly transferred or mapped.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Category: Verify the item category being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and corresponds to the intended category.
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Sales and Distribution or Materials Management) and check if the item category is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the item category. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation related to the configuration of item categories to ensure that all necessary steps were followed during the setup.
  Testing: After making changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OVAH (for item category determination) or VOV4 (for item category configuration) to check and configure item categories.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK126 error and implement a solution to resolve it.