How To Fix IBRO033 - The item contains an invalid selection category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IBRO - Broker Collections Message Class

• Message number: 033

• Message text: The item contains an invalid selection category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IBRO033 - The item contains an invalid selection category ?

  The SAP error message IBRO033 ("The item contains an invalid selection category") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the selection of items in a transaction or report, particularly in the area of inventory management or material management.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Invalid Selection Category: The selection category specified for the item is not valid or does not exist in the system. This can happen if the selection category has been deleted or if there is a mismatch in the configuration.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system related to the selection categories. This could include missing entries in the customizing settings.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that lead to the selection category being flagged as invalid.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Selection Category: Verify the selection category being used for the item. Ensure that it is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., Inventory Management).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area to check if the selection categories are correctly defined. Ensure that all necessary entries are present.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the master data or transaction data. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the relevant tables and check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the selection categories relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  SE16/SE11: Data dictionary and table views
  MB52: List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand (if related to inventory)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IBRO033 error in your SAP system.