How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER088 - Item &1: Item category is not valid

/SCMB/ORDER088 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Item &1: Item category is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER088 - Item &1: Item category is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER088 Item &1: Item category is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the item category assigned to a particular order or item. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the item category specified for the item in question.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Item Category: The item category specified in the order does not exist in the system or is not defined correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The item category may not be configured properly in the system settings, leading to it being deemed invalid.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data or the order item data may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified item category.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard