How To Fix GK533 - Wrong subitem category in reclassification of item &1 &2 to 3rd party

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 533

• Message text: Wrong subitem category in reclassification of item &1 &2 to 3rd party

What causes this issue?

Subitem category &V3& is entered in the settings for reclassification
to a third party for source item &V2& in chart of accounts &V1&.
However, according to its master data, item &V2& requires a breakdown
by subitems of category &V4&. Customizing settings are therefore
inconsistent.

System Response

Processing terminated

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the master data for item &V2& and the settings for
reclassification to a third party for this source item in Customizing
for interunit elimination correspond.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK533 - Wrong subitem category in reclassification of item &1 &2 to 3rd party ?

  The SAP error message GK533, which states "Wrong subitem category in reclassification of item &1 &2 to 3rd party," typically occurs during the reclassification process of inventory items, particularly when dealing with third-party transactions. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or an incorrect configuration related to the subitem category of the item being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Subitem Category: The subitem category assigned to the item does not match the expected category for third-party transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the material master or the item category settings in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the item, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or related tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record for the item in question and verify the subitem category assigned.
  Ensure that the subitem category is appropriate for third-party transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for item categories in the SAP system (Transaction Code: OMT3E).
  Ensure that the item category used for the reclassification allows for third-party transactions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Subitem Category:
  
  If the subitem category is incorrect, you may need to change it to a valid category that is compatible with third-party processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to item reclassification and third-party processing for any specific requirements or configurations.
  
  
  
  Test in a Development Environment:
  
  If changes are made, test the reclassification process in a development or test environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and OMT3E (Maintain Item Categories).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error GK533 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GK533 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.