How To Fix W_010 - Article category of component material &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_ - Upload CRM -> R3 BOMs / Structured Materials

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Article category of component material &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The article category &V2& of the component material &V1& is not
allowed.

System Response

Processing cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Ensure, during the product upload that component products in OLTP are
created with the correct article category.
In Retail only materials with the following article categories are
allowed:
Single materials (article category "00")
Variants of generic materials (article category "02").

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_010 - Article category of component material &1 is not allowed ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W_010 Article category of component material &1 is not allowed
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs during the creation or processing of a Bill of Materials (BOM) or during production order processing when the article category (also known as material type or item category) of a component material is not permitted in the current context.
  Specifically, the system checks the article category of the component material against allowed categories defined in customizing or master data. If the component's article category is not allowed for the BOM or production process, this warning is triggered.
  Common scenarios include:  
  
  The component material has an article category that is not valid for the BOM usage or production process.  
  The article category is restricted or blocked in the configuration for the specific plant or BOM usage.  
  The component is a non-stock item or service material, and the BOM or process does not allow such categories.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Article Category of the Component Material:  
  
  Go to the material master (MM03) and check the article category or material type of the component material &1.  
  Verify if this article category is appropriate for the BOM or production process.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Usage and Allowed Article Categories:  
  
  In customizing (SPRO), check the settings for allowed article categories for BOM usage.  
  Path:
  
  Logistics - General > Material Master > Settings for Key Fields > Define Allowed Article Categories for BOM Usage  
  Ensure that the article category of the component material is allowed for the BOM usage or production process you are working with.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Article Category or BOM Usage:  
  
  If the article category is incorrect or not suitable, consider changing the material master data to an allowed article category.  
  Alternatively, adjust the BOM usage/customizing to allow the article category if business processes permit.
  
  
  
  Check for Special Material Types:  
  
  Some material types like non-stock items, services, or phantom assemblies may have restrictions.  
  Confirm if the component material type is compatible with the BOM or production order.
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team:  
  
  If unsure, consult with the SAP MM or PP functional consultant to verify the business rules and customizing settings.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)  
  CS03 (Display BOM)  
  SPRO (Customizing)  
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Check SAP Notes related to BOM and material master article category restrictions if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Material Master Fields:  
  
  Material Type (MTART)  
  Industry Sector (MBRSH)  
  BOM Usage (STLAL)
  
  
  
  BOM Usage:  
  
  Different BOM usages (e.g., production, engineering) may have different allowed article categories.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The warning "Article category of component material &1 is not allowed" indicates that the component material's article category is not permitted in the current BOM or production context. To resolve, verify and adjust the article category or BOM usage settings in customizing to ensure compatibility.
  
  If you need help with specific customizing paths or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!