How To Fix KK454 - Enter item category first

KK454 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 454

• Message text: Enter item category first

What causes this issue?

You did not enter an item category.

System Response

The system can only display the possible entries if it knows the item
category.

How to fix this error?

Please enter a valid item category.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK454 - Enter item category first ?

  The SAP error message KK454: "Enter item category first" typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when dealing with internal orders or cost centers. This error indicates that the system requires the item category to be specified before proceeding with the transaction.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user attempts to enter data in a transaction that requires an item category, but the item category field is either left blank or not filled in correctly. The item category is essential for the system to understand how to process the transaction, as it defines the nature of the item being processed (e.g., whether it is a cost, revenue, or some other type of item).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KK454 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction: Determine which transaction you are trying to execute when the error occurs (e.g., creating or modifying an internal order).
  
  
  Locate the Item Category Field: In the transaction