How To Fix /SAPCEM/INVENTUR004 - Recipient type for construction site & has not been maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCEM/INVENTUR -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Recipient type for construction site & has not been maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCEM/INVENTUR004 - Recipient type for construction site & has not been maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCEM/INVENTUR004 Recipient type for construction site & has not been maintained typically occurs in the context of inventory management or construction site management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to process a transaction related to a construction site because the recipient type has not been defined or maintained for that specific construction site.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The recipient type for the construction site has not been set up in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration during the initial setup of the construction site or changes in the organizational structure that were not reflected in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the recipient type was not specified or was incorrectly entered.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the construction site may be incomplete or not properly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Recipient Type:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Go to the section for construction site management or inventory management.
  Find the option to maintain recipient types and ensure that the recipient type for the specific construction site is defined.
  If necessary, create a new recipient type that meets the requirements for the construction site.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the construction site to ensure that all required fields, including the recipient type, are filled out correctly.
  If the recipient type is missing, add it to the master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on how to maintain recipient types and related settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO (to access the IMG), MM01 (to create material master), or CJI3 (to view project-related data) depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that all necessary data is maintained, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue with your operations in SAP.