How To Fix MAT_MESSAGES114 - &1 is not a valid Product Category Hierarchy Type Code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAT_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 114

• Message text: &1 is not a valid Product Category Hierarchy Type Code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAT_MESSAGES114 - &1 is not a valid Product Category Hierarchy Type Code ?

  The SAP error message "MAT_MESSAGES114 &1 is not a valid Product Category Hierarchy Type Code" typically indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified Product Category Hierarchy Type Code. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying material master records, or when working with product hierarchies in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Code: The Product Category Hierarchy Type Code provided does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect code being used.
  Configuration Issues: The Product Category Hierarchy Type Code may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the Product Category Hierarchy settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the hierarchy type codes may not have been correctly imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Code: Verify that the Product Category Hierarchy Type Code you are using is correct. Ensure there are no typos or formatting issues.
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Product Category Hierarchy and check if the hierarchy type code is defined.
  If it is not defined, you may need to create it or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the Product Category Hierarchy settings. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Data Validation: If the error occurred after a data migration, validate the data to ensure that all necessary codes and configurations were correctly imported.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on Product Category Hierarchy settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, MM01 for creating materials, and MM02 for modifying materials.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to Product Category Hierarchy Type Codes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message MAT_MESSAGES114.