How To Fix /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION071 - Item category &1 does not support follow-up code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Item category &1 does not support follow-up code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION071 - Item category &1 does not support follow-up code &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/ERPINTEGRATION071 indicates that there is an issue with the item category in the context of follow-up codes in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the error states that the item category specified does not support the follow-up code that is being used.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Item Category: The item category specified in the error message does not have the necessary configuration to support the follow-up code being used. This could be due to a mismatch in the configuration settings for the item category in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The follow-up code may not be defined for the specific item category in the system, leading to this error when an attempt is made to process it.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect item category or follow-up code is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the item category in the SAP EWM system.
  Verify if the item category is correctly set up to support the follow-up code in question.
  If necessary, update the configuration to include support for the follow-up code.
  
  
  
  Review Follow-Up Code:
  
  Check the definition of the follow-up code being used. Ensure that it is valid and correctly configured for the intended item category.
  If the follow-up code is not applicable to the item category, consider using a different follow-up code that is compatible.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on item categories and follow-up codes to ensure that you are using them correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being processed to ensure that the correct item category and follow-up code are being used.
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the transaction data for any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCWM/PRDI (for product master) or /SCWM/IC (for item category configuration) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  EWM Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for detailed information on item categories and follow-up codes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.