How To Fix MV006 - Item category & not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MV - Messages for Transfer of Partly Open Purchase Orders

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Item category & not allowed

What causes this issue?

Currently, only the item categories "standard" and "consignment" are
supported for PO transfers via direct input.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MV006 - Item category & not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MV006, which states "Item category & not allowed," typically occurs during the processing of sales documents, such as sales orders or delivery documents. This error indicates that the item category specified for a line item in the document is not permitted for the transaction type or the specific conditions of the document.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category assigned to the line item may not be valid for the type of document being processed (e.g., sales order, delivery).
  Configuration Issues: The item category may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be allowed for the specific sales document type.
  Sales Document Type Restrictions: Certain sales document types may have restrictions on which item categories can be used.
  Material Master Settings: The material associated with the item may have settings that restrict its use with certain item categories.
  Sales Area Configuration: The sales area (sales organization, distribution channel, division) may not support the item category.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories.
  Verify that the item category is correctly defined and allowed for the relevant sales document type.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document Type:
  
  Check the configuration of the sales document type being used (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the item category is allowed for that document type.
  
  
  
  Material Master Review:
  
  Check the material master record (Transaction code: MM03) for the material associated with the item.
  Ensure that the material is set up correctly and that it is compatible with the item category.
  
  
  
  Sales Area Settings:
  
  Verify that the sales area settings are correct and that the item category is allowed for the specific sales area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the document processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  VA01 (Create Sales Order)
  VA02 (Change Sales Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to item categories and sales documents.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify the sales documents.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MV006 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.