How To Fix ISU_GS_IN_SMS040 - Cause and Subcause cannot be define for any category except CATPOWSP.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_GS_IN_SMS - Message class for IS-U: India localization for SMS Services

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Cause and Subcause cannot be define for any category except CATPOWSP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISU_GS_IN_SMS040 - Cause and Subcause cannot be define for any category except CATPOWSP. ?

  The SAP error message ISU_GS_IN_SMS040 indicates that there is an issue with the categorization of a service message in the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module. Specifically, the error states that the cause and subcause cannot be defined for any category except for CATPOWSP (which typically refers to the category for power supply).
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to assign a cause and subcause to a service message that is not compatible with the selected category. In this case, the system is enforcing that only the CATPOWSP category can have specific causes and subcauses defined. If you are trying to use a different category (e.g., water, gas, etc.), the system will not allow you to define causes and subcauses, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Category: Ensure that you are using the correct category for the service message. If you are