How To Fix RTCMMD159 - Article assignment & cannot be created above the category

RTCMMD159 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTCMMD - Article Hierarchy

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Article assignment & cannot be created above the category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTCMMD159 - Article assignment & cannot be created above the category ?

  The SAP error message RTCMMD159 typically indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of an article (material) to a specific category in the system. This error often arises in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when trying to create or assign articles to a category that is not allowed or does not meet certain criteria.
  
  Cause:
  
  Category Restrictions: The category you are trying to assign the article to may have restrictions that prevent the assignment of certain types of articles.
  Incorrect Article Type: The article type you are trying to create or assign may not be compatible with the selected category.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the assignment of articles to certain categories.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the article or category may be missing or incomplete.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Category Settings: Review the settings for the category you are trying to assign the article