How To Fix HRPIQ00STUDY105 - Category &1 is invalid for this program

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ00STUDY - Program Messages (Module/Module Group Booking)

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Category &1 is invalid for this program

What causes this issue?

Category &V1& is invalid for this program. The program is assigned to
module group variant &V2& which may not contain module groups from
category &V1&.

System Response

The selection is invalid and data cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Choose only valid entries.

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 HRPIQ00STUDY105 - Category &1 is invalid for this program ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ00STUDY105 indicates that there is an issue with the category specified in the program. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in the area of student administration or training management.
  Cause:
  The error message "Category &1 is invalid for this program" suggests that the category code you are trying to use is not recognized or is not valid for the specific program you are working with. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Category Code: The category code entered may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The category may not be properly configured in the system for the specific program.
  Program Restrictions: The program you are trying to associate with the category may have restrictions on which categories can be used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Category Code:
  
  Check the category code you are using for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the category code exists in the system by looking it up in the relevant configuration tables.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the program in question and verify that the category is correctly assigned.
  Ensure that the category is valid for the specific program you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Program Settings:
  
  Check if there are any restrictions or specific settings for the program that limit the categories that can be used.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the program's configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on valid category codes for the specific program.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the program again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings or SE11 to check the data dictionary for the relevant tables.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.