How To Fix ME066 - Combination item category &/account assignment category & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Combination item category &/account assignment category & not defined

How to fix this error?

<GL:item_category>Item category</> &V1& and
<GL:account_assignment_category>account assignment category</> &V2& may
not be entered for the same item.

As a configuration expert, you can define the permissible combinations
of item categories and account assignment categories in the
configuration app <ZK>Manage Your Solution</> -> <ZK>Configure Your
Solution</> -> <ZK>Application Area: Sourcing and Procurement</> ->
<ZK>Sub Application Area: Operational Procurement</> -> <ZK>Account
Assignment</> -> <ZK>Define Combination of Item Categories/Account
Assignment Categories</>.

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

<ZH>Please note:</>
If you want to create a purchase order with a customer-defined
combination of item category and account assignment category, you have
to use the app <ZK>Create Purchase Order - Advanced</>. The custom
combination is not available in the app <ZK>Manage Purchase Orders</>.

The permissible combinations of item categories and account assignment
categories are determined in Customizing (Purchasing), transaction
<DS:TRAN.OMG0>OMG0</>.

What causes this issue?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME066 - Combination item category &/account assignment category & not defined ?

  The SAP error message ME066 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of item category and account assignment category in a purchasing document (like a purchase order). This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid configuration for the specified combination, which is necessary for processing the document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The combination of the item category and account assignment category is not defined in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings have not been maintained in the configuration.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category being used may not be appropriate for the type of account assignment being specified.
  Customizations: If there have been customizations or changes in the system, it may have affected the standard configurations.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG) and navigate to the following path:
  Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Purchase Order -> Define Item Categories
  
  Ensure that the combination of the item category and account assignment category is defined. You may need to create a new entry if it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Review Item and Account Assignment Categories:
  
  Verify the item category being used in the purchase order. Common item categories include standard (N), subcontracting (L), consignment (K), etc.
  Check the account assignment category (like K for cost center, A for asset, etc.) and ensure it is compatible with the item category.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data and vendor master data to ensure that they are correctly set up for the intended transaction.
  Ensure that the relevant purchasing views are maintained in the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct combinations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on the appropriate settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the purchase order creation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Item Categories: Common item categories include:
  
  Standard (N)
  Subcontracting (L)
  Consignment (K)
  Stock Transfer (T)
  
  
  Account Assignment Categories: Common account assignment categories include:
  
  Cost Center (K)
  Internal Order (O)
  Asset (A)
  Project (P)
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and master data, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.