How To Fix VL393 - Item category will be redetermined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 393

• Message text: Item category will be redetermined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL393 - Item category will be redetermined ?

  The SAP error message VL393 ("Item category will be redetermined") typically occurs during the processing of outbound deliveries or sales orders in the SAP system. This message indicates that the item category for a particular line item is not determined correctly and will need to be recalculated or redetermined based on the current conditions or settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The item category may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the item category determination settings are not set up correctly in the configuration.
  Changes in Master Data: Changes in the material master, customer master, or sales document settings can lead to the item category being redetermined.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type used may not be compatible with the item category being processed.
  Condition Records: Missing or incorrect condition records can affect the determination of the item category.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may interfere with the standard item category determination process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Item Category Determination:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for item category determination (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories.
  Ensure that the item category determination is set up correctly for the relevant sales document type and item category group.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master and customer master records to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the item category group in the material master is appropriate for the sales scenario.
  
  
  
  Analyze Sales Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the sales document type being used is compatible with the item category.
  Check if the document type allows for the item category being processed.
  
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Review the condition records related to pricing and other factors that may influence item category determination.
  Ensure that all necessary condition records are maintained.
  
  
  
  Debug Custom Logic:
  
  If there are custom enhancements or user exits that affect item category determination, review the code to ensure it is functioning as intended.
  
  
  
  Test in a Development Environment:
  
  If changes are made, test the configuration in a development or quality assurance environment before moving to production.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  VL01N (to create outbound deliveries)
  VA01 (to create sales orders)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to item category determination.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on item category determination and related configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VL393 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.