How To Fix UCM0899 - The category of method &1 has changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM0 - Messages for Data Basis, Cons Area, ...

• Message number: 899

• Message text: The category of method &1 has changed

What causes this issue?

The method &V1& in the source consolidation area has a different method
category as in the target consolidation area.

System Response

The method cannot be copied.

How to fix this error?

Delete method &V1& in the target consolidation area.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0899 - The category of method &1 has changed ?

  The SAP error message UCM0899, which states "The category of method &1 has changed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Universal Change Management (UCM) framework. This error indicates that there has been a change in the category of a method that is being used in a particular context, which can lead to inconsistencies or issues in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Method Category Change: The primary cause of this error is that the method's category has been altered in the system. This could happen due to configuration changes, updates, or modifications in the method definitions.
  Inconsistent Data: If the method is being referenced in a way that is no longer valid due to the category change, it can trigger this error.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the method categories were not aligned, this error may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Method Configuration: Review the configuration of the method in question. Ensure that the method is correctly defined and that its category aligns with how it is being used in the system.
  Update References: If the method's category has changed, update any references to this method in your processes or configurations to match the new category.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects and configurations have been transported correctly and are consistent across systems.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or release notes for any changes related to the method or category that may have been introduced in recent updates.
  Debugging: If necessary, use debugging tools to trace where the error is occurring and identify the specific context in which the method is being called.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling method category changes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.