How To Fix ME019 - Item category & can only be used without material

ME019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Item category & can only be used without material

What causes this issue?

The <GL:item_category>item category</> you entered does not permit the
entry of a <GL:material_number>material number</>.

How to fix this error?

Set the material number to "blank".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME019 - Item category & can only be used without material ?

  The SAP error message ME019 ("Item category & can only be used without material") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the item category you are trying to use is not compatible with the material master data for the item you are attempting to create or modify.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Item Category Configuration: The item category you are using is configured in such a way that it does not allow for a material number. For example, item categories like "Service" or "Consignment" may be set up to be used without a material number.
  
  
  Material Master Data: The material you are trying to reference may not be set up correctly in the material master. If the item category is meant for non-stock items or services, but you are trying to assign it to a