How To Fix MPE_RTG_UI255 - No default value for item category found

MPE_RTG_UI255 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_RTG_UI - Messages for Routing Maintenance

• Message number: 255

• Message text: No default value for item category found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI255 - No default value for item category found ?

  The SAP error message MPE_RTG_UI255: No default value for item category found typically occurs in the context of creating or processing documents in SAP, such as sales orders, purchase orders, or other transactional documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine a default item category for the item being processed, which is essential for the system to proceed with the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item category may not be defined in the system for the specific transaction type or document type you are working with.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or other related master data may not have the necessary settings or classifications that link to the item category.
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings in the SAP system may not be properly configured to assign item categories based on the criteria defined in the system.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not have a valid item category