Message type: E = Error
Message class: LCM_CATEGORY - Messages for LCM Categories
Message number: 008
Message text: Specified parent category in line &1 does not exist
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LCM_CATEGORY008
- Specified parent category in line &1 does not exist ?The SAP error message LCM_CATEGORY008 indicates that there is an issue with a specified parent category in a line item that does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Logistics Control Management (LCM) module, particularly when dealing with category hierarchies or classifications.
Cause: The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons: Incorrect Parent Category: The parent category specified in the line item does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference. Deleted or Inactive Category: The parent category may have been deleted or marked as inactive in the system, making it unavailable for use.
Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the category hierarchy in the system, leading to inconsistencies. Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be discrepancies in the category definitions.
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