How To Fix R11173 - Specify an industry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R11 - Business Partner and BDT

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Specify an industry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R11173 - Specify an industry ?

  The SAP error message R11173, which states "Specify an industry," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a business partner, customer, or vendor record in SAP, and the system requires you to specify an industry sector for that entity. This is often a mandatory field in certain configurations or business processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Industry Specification: The industry field is either left blank or not filled in correctly when creating or updating a business partner or customer/vendor record.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require an industry specification for certain types of business partners or transactions.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked the industry field during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Fill in the Industry Field: When creating or editing the business partner, customer, or vendor record, ensure that you specify a valid industry in the relevant field. This can usually be found in the general data or additional data sections of the business partner master data.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings in the relevant SAP module (like SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)) to see if the industry field is set as mandatory. You may need to adjust the configuration if it is not necessary for your business processes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific industry codes that are acceptable in your system. This can help ensure that you are entering valid data.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training or documentation to help them understand the importance of filling in the industry field and how to do it correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Industry Codes: Different industries may have specific codes or classifications (like NAICS or SIC codes) that you need to use. Make sure you are aware of the codes that are relevant to your organization.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address specific problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to business partner management (like BP for business partner) to navigate the system more effectively.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.