How To Fix V1198 - Sales document item &1 &2 is not defined for the transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Sales document item &1 &2 is not defined for the transaction

What causes this issue?

You have tried to carry out a business transaction for this sales and
distribution document item which, for this item, is not allowed.
This may be due to the fact that this item is not part of a
<DS:GLOS.make-to-order_production>make-to-order production</> with cost
management in the sales order.

How to fix this error?

Please check your entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1198 - Sales document item &1 &2 is not defined for the transaction ?

  The SAP error message V1198 indicates that a specific sales document item is not defined for the transaction you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of sales order processing, delivery, or billing when the system cannot find the relevant item in the sales document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Definition: The item in question may not be defined in the sales document type or may not be valid for the specific transaction you are attempting.
  Incorrect Sales Document Type: The sales document type being used may not support the item category or the item may not be allowed for the transaction type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the sales document settings, such as missing item categories or incorrect assignment of item categories to sales document types.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the item from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sales Document Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO) and check the settings for sales document types and item categories.
  Ensure that the item category is correctly assigned to the sales document type you are using.
  
  
  
  Verify Item Definition:
  
  Check if the item is defined in the sales document. You can do this by reviewing the sales order or delivery document in question.
  Ensure that the item category is valid for the transaction type you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Make sure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the sales document and item category.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the transaction type is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the customer, material, and any other relevant entities to ensure that they are correctly set up and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery) to replicate the issue and test solutions.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error is being triggered.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction related to the sales document.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.