How To Fix RY104 - Category & is not permitted for the generic transaction

RY104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Category & is not permitted for the generic transaction

What causes this issue?

You attempted to assign status &V1& to the generic transaction. However,
this status is not defined. Assign a permitted status using the input
help for the status field.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY104 - Category & is not permitted for the generic transaction ?

  The SAP error message RY104 typically indicates that a specific category is not permitted for a generic transaction. This error often arises in the context of SAP's financial or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other financial transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The category you are trying to use may not be configured for the specific transaction type in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use that category for the transaction.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain categories may be restricted for specific transaction types due to business rules or system settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting an incorrect category.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RY104 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the transaction type in the relevant SAP module (e.g., controlling, financial accounting).
  Ensure that the