How To Fix O1081 - Document category & not valid for quantity schedule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O1 - IS-Oil : Message pool exchanges

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Document category & not valid for quantity schedule

What causes this issue?

<DS:DE.VBTYP>Sales document category</> not yet supported for quantity
schedule.
<DS:DE.BSTYP>Purchasing document category</> not yet supported for
quantity schedule.

System Response

Quantity schedules are used in conjunction with certain document types:
e.g. contracts, agreements and <DS:GLOS.release order>call-offs</>

How to fix this error?

Please use a document type which is supported for quantity schedules or
send a development request to SAP.

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

&reference&
<DS:DE.OIA_CSEGI>QS permission indicator</>
<DS:DE.OIA_SMENGE>QS reference documents I.</>
<DS:DE.OIA_DOCUM>QS reference documents II.</>
<DS:GLOS.sales document>Sales document</>
<DS:GLOS.purchasing document>Purchasing document</>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O1081 - Document category & not valid for quantity schedule ?

  The SAP error message O1081, which states "Document category & not valid for quantity schedule," typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes, particularly when dealing with purchase orders or scheduling agreements. This error indicates that the document category you are trying to use is not compatible with the quantity scheduling functionality in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Category: The document category specified in the transaction does not support quantity scheduling. For example, certain document types may only be valid for standard purchase orders and not for quantity schedules.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not have been set up correctly to allow the specified document category to be used with quantity schedules.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not be set up correctly to support the intended document category and quantity scheduling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Category: Verify the document category you are using. Ensure that it is one that is allowed for quantity scheduling. You can check this in the configuration settings or documentation for your specific SAP version.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for document categories in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that the document category is configured to allow quantity schedules.
  Adjust Master Data: Review the material master and vendor master data to ensure that they are set up correctly for the intended document category. This may involve checking the purchasing views and ensuring that the relevant fields are populated correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on which document categories are valid for quantity scheduling.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME31K (Create Scheduling Agreement) to work with purchase orders and scheduling agreements.
  Customizing Path: The relevant customizing path in SPRO for document categories is usually found under:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Document Types.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the O1081 error and implement a solution to resolve it.