How To Fix /SCDL/AF003 - Item type &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Item type &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF003 - Item type &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF003 Item type &1 is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when dealing with item types in the system. This error indicates that the item type specified (represented by &1) is not recognized or is not valid in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Item Type: The item type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The item type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant planning area or master data.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the item type code entered by the user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified item type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Item Type: Check the item type code for any typographical errors. Ensure that the item type you are trying to use is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the item type is defined and correctly set up. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., SCM or APO).
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the item type is assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., material master, product master) and that it is valid for the planning area you are working with.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the valid item types for your specific version and configuration of SAP.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the item type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check configurations or master data (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book settings).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.