How To Fix MSGC_SE_EAM202 - No categories were found for catalog ID & language

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGC_SE_EAM - EAM messages for services

• Message number: 202

• Message text: No categories were found for catalog ID & language

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGC_SE_EAM202 - No categories were found for catalog ID & language ?

  The SAP error message MSGC_SE_EAM202 indicates that the system could not find any categories for a specified catalog ID and language. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) module when trying to access or display a catalog that is expected to have associated categories.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Categories: The most common cause is that the categories for the specified catalog ID have not been defined or are missing in the system.
  Incorrect Catalog ID: The catalog ID being referenced may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Language Settings: The language specified may not have any categories associated with it, or the categories may not have been translated into the specified language.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Catalog ID: Verify that the catalog ID you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  Define Categories: If categories are missing, you will need to create them. This can typically be done in the SAP GUI:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction for managing catalogs and categories (e.g., IE02 for changing equipment or IE01 for creating equipment).
  Ensure that the categories are defined for the specified catalog ID.
  
  
  Language Settings: Check if the categories exist for the specified language. If not, you may need to create or translate the categories into the required language.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the categories. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing catalogs and categories in EAM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IE01, IE02, and IE03 for equipment management, as well as SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MSGC_SE_EAM202 error and ensure that the necessary categories are available for the specified catalog ID and language.