How To Fix ME163 - In case of GR assignment, confirm. category & must also be GR-relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: In case of GR assignment, confirm. category & must also be GR-relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME163 - In case of GR assignment, confirm. category & must also be GR-relevant ?

  The SAP error message ME163 typically occurs in the context of Goods Receipt (GR) processing, particularly when there is an issue with the assignment of a confirmation category that is not aligned with the requirements for a GR. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Confirmation Category Misalignment: The confirmation category assigned to the document is not suitable for the Goods Receipt process. This can happen if the category is not marked as GR-relevant.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the system for the confirmation categories may not be properly configured to allow for GR processing.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may have restrictions that prevent it from being processed as a GR.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: The material master or purchasing info record may not have the correct settings that indicate whether a confirmation is required for GR.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Confirmation Category:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for confirmation categories in SAP (Transaction code: OMLD).
  Ensure that the confirmation category you are using is marked as GR-relevant.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type you are using for the GR. Ensure that it allows for the type of confirmation you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Material Master Settings:
  
  Review the material master record (Transaction code: MM03) for the material in question. Ensure that the relevant settings for GR and confirmations are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Purchasing Info Record:
  
  If applicable, check the purchasing info record (Transaction code: ME13) to ensure that it is set up correctly for GR processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MM03: Display Material
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  OMLD: Configuration for Confirmation Categories
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Goods Receipt processes and confirmation categories.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform GR and related activities.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME163 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.