How To Fix SOAP_RFM_POSI258 - &1 is a generic article; you cannot use it here

SOAP_RFM_POSI258 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOAP_RFM_POSI - SOAP Services for Retail POS Inbound Messages

• Message number: 258

• Message text: &1 is a generic article; you cannot use it here

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SOAP_RFM_POSI258 - Details

• The SAP error message SOAP_RFM_POSI258 indicates that you are trying to use a generic article in a context where it is not allowed. This typically occurs in scenarios involving inventory management, sales orders, or other transactional processes where specific articles (or products) are required instead of generic ones.
  
  Cause:
  
  Generic Article Usage: The article you are trying to use is defined as a generic article in the SAP system. Generic articles are often used for planning or reporting purposes but cannot be used in certain transactions that require specific item details.
  Transaction Context: The context in which you are trying to use the article does not support generic articles. For example, in sales orders or inventory movements, specific articles with unique identifiers are required.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in your SAP system that restrict the use of generic articles in certain processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Specific Articles: Instead of using the generic article, identify