How To Fix R-336 - If RWKN is filled, the extended generic transaction must be of cat 8 or 9

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R- -

• Message number: 336

• Message text: If RWKN is filled, the extended generic transaction must be of cat 8 or 9

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R-336 - If RWKN is filled, the extended generic transaction must be of cat 8 or 9 ?

  The SAP error message R-336 indicates that there is an issue with the transaction category when processing a document that has a specific reference number (RWKN) filled in. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of asset accounting or similar modules where extended generic transactions are used.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that the RWKN (reference number) is filled, but the transaction category being used is not appropriate. Specifically, the system expects the transaction category to be either 8 or 9 when RWKN is filled. Categories 8 and 9 are typically associated with specific types of transactions that allow for the use of reference numbers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Category: Review the transaction you are trying to process and ensure that the transaction category is set to either 8 or 9. If it is set to