How To Fix V1321 - Item category &1 is not defined for item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Item category &1 is not defined for item &2

What causes this issue?

This <GL:item_category>item category</> &V1& is not allowed for this
item.
INCLUDE 'NA_NO_PROCESSING_1' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
INCLUDE 'NA_CHECK_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
DEFINE &FELDNAME& = '<LS>Item category</>'
INCLUDE 'NA_POSSIBLE_ENTRY' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1321 - Item category &1 is not defined for item &2 ?

  The SAP error message V1321, which states "Item category &1 is not defined for item &2," typically occurs in the context of sales document processing, such as sales orders or quotations. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid item category for the specified item in the sales document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Item Category Definition: The item category specified in the error message is not defined in the system for the relevant sales document type.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for item categories may not be set up correctly in the sales document type or may not be assigned to the relevant sales organization or distribution channel.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or customer master data may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to determine the appropriate item category.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type being used may not be compatible with the item category being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code VOV4 (Define Item Categories) and verify that the item category in question is defined for the relevant sales document type.
  Ensure that the item category is assigned to the correct sales organization and distribution channel.
  
  
  
  Review Sales Document Type:
  
  Check the configuration of the sales document type being used (transaction code VOV8).
  Ensure that the item category is allowed for the sales document type.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Customer Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) to ensure that the material is set up correctly and that it has the necessary sales views.
  Review the customer master data (transaction code XD03 or VD03) to ensure that the customer is set up correctly for the sales area.
  
  
  
  Check Item Category Determination:
  
  Use transaction code OVK4 to check the item category determination settings. Ensure that the rules for determining the item category based on the material type, sales document type, and other criteria are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VOV4: Define Item Categories
  VOV8: Define Sales Document Types
  OVK4: Item Category Determination
  MM03: Display Material Master
  XD03/VD03: Display Customer Master
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the sales document creation process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the V1321 error in SAP.