How To Fix J3291 - Product category & of underlying does not match product type &

J3291 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Product category & of underlying does not match product type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3291 - Product category & of underlying does not match product type & ?

  The SAP error message J3291 indicates that there is a mismatch between the product category and the product type in the system. This error typically occurs during processes such as creating or changing a product in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The product category defined for the product does not correspond to the expected product type. Each product type in SAP is associated with specific product categories, and if they do not align, this error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the product may have been incorrectly set up, leading to inconsistencies between the product category and product type.
  Customizations or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system, they may inadvertently cause this mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Category and Type:
  
  Navigate to the product master data in SAP and verify the product category