How To Fix M5859 - The OIW catalog is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 859

• Message text: The OIW catalog is incorrect

What causes this issue?

The OIW information catalog contains OIW objects, which have additional
nodes or OIW objects attached to them.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please correct the OIW information catalog. The OIW objects are
highlighted in color. The colors are explained in the color key.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5859 - The OIW catalog is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message M5859, which states "The OIW catalog is incorrect," typically relates to issues with the Order Item Workbench (OIW) catalog in the SAP system. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with materials, purchasing, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Catalog Configuration Issues: The OIW catalog may not be properly configured or may have missing entries.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the materials or items in the catalog.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the catalog.
  System Updates or Changes: Recent updates or changes to the system may have affected the catalog's integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Catalog Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the OIW catalog in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly set up.
  Use transaction codes like OIW1 to check the catalog settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the materials or items in the catalog to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 to view material master data and ensure that all relevant information is correct.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access the OIW catalog.
  Check user roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Notes:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Review SAP Notes related to the OIW catalog for any known issues or patches that may need to be applied.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OIW1, MM03, SU01, and PFCG for managing catalogs and user authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the OIW catalog and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and guides related to the Order Item Workbench and catalog management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the M5859 error message in SAP.