How To Fix MG037 - Activity category for origin type not supported

MG037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Activity category for origin type not supported

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 MG037 - Activity category for origin type not supported ?

  The SAP error message MG037, which states "Activity category for origin type not supported," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules when there is an issue with the configuration of activity types or when trying to assign an activity category to a transaction that does not support it.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The activity category may not be properly configured for the specific origin type you are trying to use. This can happen if the activity category is not defined for the relevant controlling area or if it is not linked to the correct cost center or internal order.
  
  
  Unsupported Origin Type: The origin type you are trying to use may not support the activity category you are trying to assign. Each origin type has specific activity categories that are allowed.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: There may be missing or incorrect master data related to the activity types, cost