How To Fix MG036 - The activity category is not defined

MG036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 036

• Message text: The activity category is not defined

What causes this issue?

This program error should not occur.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG036 - The activity category is not defined ?

  The SAP error message MG036, which states "The activity category is not defined," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules when there is an issue related to activity types or categories in the system. This error can arise during various processes, such as when trying to create or modify a production order, or when performing cost planning.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The activity category that is being referenced in the transaction is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration settings for activity types.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the material or production order may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate activity category.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain activity