How To Fix HUDIALOG175 - Item category is not allowed for this (auxiliary) packaging material

HUDIALOG175 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HUDIALOG - Messages from packaging dialog

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Item category is not allowed for this (auxiliary) packaging material

What causes this issue?

The handling unit is in a delivery. During maintenance of the item
categories, the specified item category for this delivery type, the
item category group of the packaging material, and the usage PACK were
not defined.

How to fix this error?

Enter a different item category or maintain the allowed
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_XXMENUOLSDVOLB>item categories</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HUDIALOG175 - Item category is not allowed for this (auxiliary) packaging material ?

  The SAP error message HUDIALOG175, which states "Item category is not allowed for this (auxiliary) packaging material," typically occurs in the context of handling packaging materials in SAP, particularly when dealing with auxiliary packaging materials in sales or logistics processes.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category assigned to the packaging material is not compatible with the type of transaction you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to use an auxiliary packaging material in a context where it is not allowed (like in a sales order or delivery), this error will occur.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for packaging materials may not be set up correctly. This includes settings in the material master or the item category determination.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the packaging material may not be set up correctly, particularly