How To Fix MW434 - Function not possible for item &1 with item category &2 (&3)

MW434 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 434

• Message text: Function not possible for item &1 with item category &2 (&3)

What causes this issue?

You called up the function for adopting the DC stock in item &V1&. Item
&V1&, however, has the item category &V2& (&V3&).
This function is only possible if the item category specifies
procurement from a distribution center (out of stock and not from an
external vendor).

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

Use an item category for allocation out of stock.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW434 - Function not possible for item &1 with item category &2 (&3) ?

  The SAP error message MW434 ("Function not possible for item &1 with item category &2 (&3)") typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with purchasing documents, sales orders, or inventory management. This error indicates that a specific function (like deletion, modification, or processing) cannot be performed on a line item due to its item category or status.
  Causes:
  
  
  Item Category Restrictions: The item category of the line item may not allow certain functions. For example, some item categories are designed for specific purposes (like service items, free-of-charge items, etc.) and may have restrictions on what can be done with them.
  
  
  Document Status: The document containing the item may be in a status that does not permit the requested action. For example, if the document is already completed or has been flagged for deletion, certain functions may be restricted.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict