How To Fix /ISDFPS/SYNC170 - Configure obj. category &1 during synchronization from distribution model

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/SYNC -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Configure obj. category &1 during synchronization from distribution model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC170 - Configure obj. category &1 during synchronization from distribution model ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/SYNC170 Configure obj. category &1 typically occurs during the synchronization process in the context of SAP's Distribution Model, particularly when dealing with the SAP IS-DFPS (Industry Solution for Downstream Fuel and Petroleum Supply) module. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the object category specified in the distribution model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object category specified in the error message is not properly configured in the system. This could mean that the necessary settings for the object category have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Object Category: The object category being referenced may not exist or may have been incorrectly specified in the distribution model.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the distribution model or the object categories involved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the object category in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (usually in SPRO).
  Ensure that the object category is properly defined and all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Category:
  
  Confirm that the object category referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can check this in the relevant tables or configuration settings.
  If the object category does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the distribution model to reference a valid object category.
  
  
  
  Review Distribution Model:
  
  Check the distribution model settings to ensure that all object categories and their relationships are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the synchronization settings are correctly configured to include the necessary object categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the IS-DFPS module for any specific instructions or known issues regarding the configuration of object categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test synchronization to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BD64 (for distribution model) or SPRO (for configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring object categories in the IS-DFPS context.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and object categories, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /ISDFPS/SYNC170 Configure obj. category &1.