How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES894 - Product-defined dependency is not permitted for dependency category &1

/PM0/ABB_MESSAGES894 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 894

• Message text: Product-defined dependency is not permitted for dependency category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES894 - Product-defined dependency is not permitted for dependency category &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES894 indicates that there is an issue with a product-defined dependency in the context of a dependency category that does not allow such dependencies. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) when working with product structures, dependencies, or configuration profiles.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to create or use a product-defined dependency in a dependency category that does not support it. Dependency categories in SAP define the rules and relationships between different components or products, and certain categories may have restrictions on the types of dependencies that can be defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependency Category: Review the dependency category you are using. Ensure that it allows for product-defined dependencies. You may need to consult the SAP documentation or configuration settings to understand the limitations of the specific