How To Fix MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG095 - Category &1 used in &2 or more items does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG - Extractor Log Messages

• Message number: 095

• Message text: Category &1 used in &2 or more items does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG095 - Category &1 used in &2 or more items does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG095 indicates that a specific category (denoted as &1) is being used in more than one item (denoted as &2), but it does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing or procurement processes, particularly when dealing with material master data or purchasing documents.
  Cause:
  
  Category Not Defined: The category specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could happen if the category was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the category is not properly linked to the relevant purchasing documents or items.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typo or incorrect entry in the purchasing document or material master that references the category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Category Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check if the category exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Documents:
  
  Check the purchasing documents or items that are causing the error. Ensure that they are correctly referencing the category.
  If multiple items are referencing the same category, ensure that the category is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the entries in the purchasing document or material master for any typos or incorrect values.
  Make necessary corrections to ensure that the category is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on category management and procurement processes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to investigate the purchasing documents.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for purchasing categories can typically be found under the following path in SPRO: 
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Document Types.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant configurations and documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.