How To Fix PSSC_TOOLS_UI165 - Ded. plan item process catg. &3 of SXP ItemID &2, VersionID &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Ded. plan item process catg. &3 of SXP ItemID &2, VersionID &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI165 - Ded. plan item process catg. &3 of SXP ItemID &2, VersionID &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI165 indicates that there is an issue with a specific deduction plan item in the context of the SAP S/4HANA system, particularly related to the process category and item IDs. This error typically arises when the system cannot find or validate the specified deduction plan item based on the provided parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Process Category: The process category specified in the error message may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Item ID or Version ID: The Item ID or Version ID provided may be incorrect or may not correspond to an existing deduction plan item.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the deduction planning settings or related master data that need to be addressed.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to fail in validating the deduction plan item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Item and Version IDs: Check the Item ID and Version ID in the system to ensure they are correct and exist in the database.
  Check Process Category: Validate that the process category specified is valid and correctly configured in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings related to deduction planning to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the related master data or configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the deduction planning process and the expected values for the parameters.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as those related to deduction planning and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the deduction planning process for any known issues or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.