How To Fix /SCMB/SCR_BIF008 - In document (ID=&1) the delivery category &2 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SCR_BIF -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: In document (ID=&1) the delivery category &2 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SCR_BIF008 - In document (ID=&1) the delivery category &2 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SCR_BIF008 indicates that there is an issue with the delivery category associated with a specific document in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. The message typically means that the system does not recognize the delivery category specified for the document with the given ID.
  Cause:
  
  Unknown Delivery Category: The delivery category specified in the document does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, a missing configuration, or an incorrect assignment.
  Configuration Issues: The delivery category may not have been properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes made to the delivery categories after the document was created.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delivery Category: Verify the delivery category specified in the document. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Configuration Review: Go to the configuration settings in the SCM module and check the delivery categories. Ensure that the required delivery category is defined and active.
  
  You can check this in the customizing settings under:
  
  SPRO > SCM > Advanced Planning and Optimization > Global Settings > Define Delivery Categories.
  
  
  
  
  Document Review: If the document was created or modified recently, review the changes made to ensure that the delivery category was not inadvertently altered.
  Data Consistency Check: Run any relevant consistency checks or reports to identify and resolve data inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 to check the database table related to delivery categories.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.