How To Fix MW708 - The notif. cat. has not been maintained in Customizing for alloc type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 708

• Message text: The notif. cat. has not been maintained in Customizing for alloc type &1

What causes this issue?

The notification category (for message determination) is not
maintained.

System Response

An allocation table cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the notification category for the current
<DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0410.SIMG_OAUF>allocation table type</> in Customizing
and create the allocation table afterwards.
INCLUDE ISR_CUSTOMIZING

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW708 - The notif. cat. has not been maintained in Customizing for alloc type &1 ?

  The SAP error message MW708 indicates that there is an issue with the notification category not being maintained in the Customizing settings for the specified allocation type. This error typically arises in the context of materials management or inventory management processes, particularly when dealing with stock transfers, inventory adjustments, or similar activities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system is unable to find a valid notification category associated with the specified allocation type. This can happen if:
  
  The notification category has not been defined in the Customizing settings.
  The allocation type being used is incorrect or not properly configured.
  There may be a missing or incorrect entry in the configuration tables related to notifications and allocation types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MW708 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Material Management or Inventory Management.
  Look for the settings related to notification categories and allocation types.
  Ensure that the notification category for the specified allocation type is defined and properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Notification Categories:
  
  If the notification category is missing, you will need to create or maintain it.
  Define the necessary notification categories that correspond to the allocation types you are using.
  
  
  
  Verify Allocation Type:
  
  Check if the allocation type you are using is correct and valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP functional consultant to ensure that the allocation type is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  If the error is resolved, document the changes made for future reference.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG) or other relevant transaction codes for material management to navigate to the appropriate settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to notification categories and allocation types for more detailed information.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant area of SAP.