How To Fix VC118 - The new default item category for & & & is &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC - SD Customizing

• Message number: 118

• Message text: The new default item category for & & & is &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC118 - The new default item category for & & & is & ?

  The SAP error message VC118 typically occurs in the context of variant configuration when there is an issue with the item category determination for a configurable material. The message indicates that the system is trying to set a new default item category for a specific configuration, but it encounters a problem.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The item category for the configurable material may not be properly defined in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Item Category Assignment: The item category assigned to the material may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the material or the configuration profile.
  Dependencies and Constraints: There may be dependencies or constraints in the configuration that are not being met, leading to the inability to determine the correct item category.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration Profile: Ensure that the configuration profile for the material is correctly set up and that the item categories are properly defined.
  Review Item Category Determination: Verify the item category determination settings in the system. This can be done in the configuration settings under the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SPRO).
  Validate Master Data: Check the master data for the material to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Test Configuration: Perform a test configuration of the material to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific configuration options.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to variant configuration and item category determination for additional guidance.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the item category determination process to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration) or CU01 (Create Configuration Profile) to manage configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.