How To Fix RTCMMD063 - You are not permitted to set the category flag

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 063

• Message text: You are not permitted to set the category flag

What causes this issue?

The tree path of the node that you want to flag as a category already
has a category in a higher-level or lower-level node.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD063 - You are not permitted to set the category flag ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD063, which states "You are not permitted to set the category flag," typically occurs in the context of material master data management, particularly when trying to change or set certain flags or categories for a material.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to set the category flag does not have the necessary authorizations. SAP has a robust authorization concept, and certain actions can only be performed by users with specific roles or permissions.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that certain category flags are restricted based on the user's role or the status of the material.
  
  
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow changes to certain fields, including category flags.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RTCMMD063 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the category flag. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Material Status:
  
  Check the status of the material in question. If the material is blocked or in a status that restricts changes, you may need to change its status before attempting to set the category flag.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to material master data and category flags. Ensure that there are no restrictions in place that would prevent the user from making the change.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and material status, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing material master data.
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to material management include M_MATE_MAR (Material Master: General Data) and M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Plant Data).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to material master data management for more detailed information on category flags and their implications.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.