How To Fix /SRMSMC/REMINDER001 - Enter a 'Default Alert Category' or select 'Check Reminder Levels'

/SRMSMC/REMINDER001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/REMINDER -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Enter a 'Default Alert Category' or select 'Check Reminder Levels'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/REMINDER001 - Enter a 'Default Alert Category' or select 'Check Reminder Levels' ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/REMINDER001 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of reminder levels in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. This error typically occurs when the system expects a default alert category to be defined or when the reminder levels are not properly set up.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Alert Category: The system requires a default alert category to be specified for reminders, and if this is not set, the error will occur.
  Improper Configuration of Reminder Levels: The reminder levels may not be configured correctly, leading to the system being unable to process reminders as expected.
  User Role/Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify reminder settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Default Alert Category:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for reminders in the SAP SRM system.
  Look for the option to set a default alert category. This is usually found