How To Fix WOG051 - Item category &1 is not included

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOG - Materials Management, Fruits + Vegetables, General Messages

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Item category &1 is not included

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOG051 - Item category &1 is not included ?

  The SAP error message WOG051 indicates that the item category specified in a transaction is not included in the relevant configuration for the document type or the transaction being processed. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) modules when trying to create or process documents such as sales orders, purchase orders, or delivery documents.
  Cause:
  
  Item Category Not Defined: The item category you are trying to use is not defined in the system for the specific document type.
  Configuration Issues: The item category may not be included in the configuration settings for the relevant document type.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not support the specified item category.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like material master or customer master) may not be set up correctly to allow the use of the item category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Item Categories).
  Ensure that the item category is defined and included for the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type you are using (e.g., sales order, purchase order).
  Ensure that the item category is allowed for that document type.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the material master or customer master data to ensure that they are set up correctly to allow the use of the item category.
  Ensure that the relevant sales views or purchasing views are maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on item categories and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  VA01/VA02 (to create or change sales orders)
  ME21N/ME22N (to create or change purchase orders)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to item categories and document types.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.