How To Fix /SCDL/BC022 - Item category is not populated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BC -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Item category is not populated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BC022 - Item category is not populated ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BC022 Item category is not populated typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the item category not being defined or assigned correctly in the relevant master data or transaction data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Category: The item category may not be defined in the material master or in the relevant configuration settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the product or the planning area may not be set up correctly, leading to the item category not being populated.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., from SAP ERP to SAP SCM), there may be issues in the data transfer process that prevent the item category from being populated.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to missing item category information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: