How To Fix ME017 - Item category & can only be used with account assignment category

ME017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Item category & can only be used with account assignment category

What causes this issue?

The <GL:item_category>item category</> you entered requires an
<GL:account_assignment>account assignment</>.

How to fix this error?

Enter the desired <GL:account_assignment_category>account assignment
category</> (e.g. cost center or asset).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME017 - Item category & can only be used with account assignment category ?

  The SAP error message ME017 indicates that the item category you are trying to use in a purchase order (PO) or purchase requisition is not compatible with the specified account assignment category. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch between the item category and the account assignment category defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Item Category and Account Assignment Mismatch: The item category you are using (e.g., standard, consignment, subcontracting) is not allowed for the account assignment category you have selected (e.g., cost center, internal order, asset).
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the combination of the selected item category and account assignment category.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not be set up correctly to support the desired item and account assignment categories.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Category: Verify the item category you are using in the purchase order or requisition. Ensure that it