How To Fix MH192 - The material category & is not allowed for material type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MH - Maintain Material Master Data (Retail)

• Message number: 192

• Message text: The material category & is not allowed for material type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MH192 - The material category & is not allowed for material type & ?

  The SAP error message MH192 indicates that a specific material category is not allowed for a given material type. This error typically arises when you attempt to create or change a material master record in SAP, and the material category you are trying to use is not compatible with the specified material type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Material Category: The material category you are trying to assign to the material type is not defined in the system for that specific material type.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the combination of the specified material category and material type.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the material category or material type being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Category and Type:
  
  Verify that the material category you are trying to use is valid for the material type you are working with. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for material master data. Check the allowed combinations of material categories and material types.
  Path: Logistics -> Material Master -> Basic Settings -> Material Types -> Define Attributes of Material Types.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that you are entering the correct material category and material type without any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the allowed combinations, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the material master records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Material types in SAP define the attributes and behavior of materials. Common material types include raw materials, finished goods, and trading goods.
  Material Categories: Material categories are used to classify materials based on their characteristics and usage within the organization.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master records.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant to further investigate the configuration settings and resolve the error.