How To Fix WB2B028 - No item categories are maintained for trading contract type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 028

• Message text: No item categories are maintained for trading contract type &1

What causes this issue?

No allowed item categories are maintained in Customizing for this
trading contract type.

System Response

The system does not allow further processing.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the necessary entries in table TB2BK (transaction OWB6), if
you have the necessary authorization. <DS:TRAN.OWB6>Perform function</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B028 - No item categories are maintained for trading contract type &1 ?

  The SAP error message WB2B028 indicates that there are no item categories maintained for the specified trading contract type. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a trading contract in SAP, and the system cannot find the necessary configuration for item categories associated with that contract type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the item categories for the specified trading contract type have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Contract Type: The contract type being used may not be correctly set up or may not be appropriate for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not have included the necessary item category configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error WB2B028, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for trading contracts (e.g., Logistics > Materials Management > Purchasing > Contract > Define Item Categories).
  Ensure that item categories are defined for the specific trading contract type you are using.
  
  
  
  Maintain Item Categories:
  
  If item categories are missing, you will need to create or maintain them. This involves specifying the item categories that should be associated with the trading contract type.
  Make sure to assign the correct item categories that align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the trading contract type in the system to ensure it is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the contract type is appropriate for the items you are trying to include.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on item category configuration related to trading contracts.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation or processing of the trading contract again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract) to work with trading contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB2B028 error and successfully work with trading contracts in SAP.