How To Fix SE191 - Please enter account assignment category for this item category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Please enter account assignment category for this item category

What causes this issue?

You wish to create a purchase requisition for external services. Item
category "D" has been defined for the procurement of services, and it
is necessary to enter an account assignment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the data.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE191 - Please enter account assignment category for this item category ?

  The SAP error message SE191, "Please enter account assignment category for this item category," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system requires an account assignment category to be specified for a particular item category.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Account Assignment Category: The item category you are trying to use does not have an account assignment category defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the item category in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the requirement for an account assignment category not being fulfilled.
  Item Category Settings: The item category may be set to require an account assignment category, but it has not been provided in the document you are trying to create or modify.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the item category in the SAP system (Transaction code: OME9).
  Ensure that the item category you are using is configured to require an account assignment category and that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Enter Account Assignment Category:
  
  When creating or modifying the purchasing document, ensure that you enter a valid account assignment category for the item in question. This can typically be done in the item details section of the purchase order or requisition.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings to ensure that they are compatible with the item category you are using. This can be done in the configuration settings for purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct account assignment category to use, consult your organization's documentation or speak with a colleague who is knowledgeable about the purchasing process in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or modify the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Account Assignment Categories: These are used in SAP to determine how costs are allocated for a particular item in a purchasing document. Common account assignment categories include:
  
  K: Cost Center
  P: Project
  A: Asset
  U: Internal Order
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), and OME9 (Maintain Item Categories) for troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address the problem.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SE191 error and successfully process your purchasing documents in SAP.