How To Fix WOSE064 - Enter the supplier/plant category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOSE - Messages for Store Workbench Goods Receipt

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Enter the supplier/plant category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOSE064 - Enter the supplier/plant category ?

  The SAP error message WOSE064, which states "Enter the supplier/plant category," typically occurs in the context of procurement or supplier management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a specific category for the supplier and plant combination, which has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The supplier/plant category has not been defined in the system for the specific supplier or plant you are trying to work with.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for supplier and plant categories may not be properly set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Supplier/Plant Category:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction where the error occurred (e.g., creating or updating a supplier).
  Look for the field that requires the supplier/plant category and enter the appropriate value.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the supplier/plant categories are defined correctly.
  This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant procurement or supplier management settings.
  
  
  
  Data Maintenance:
  
  Ensure that the supplier master data is complete and accurate. You may need to maintain or update the supplier master record to include the necessary category information.
  Use transaction codes like MK01 (Create Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor) to manage supplier data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to manage supplier and plant categories.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MK01, MK02, ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME41 (Create Request for Quotation) where this error might occur.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to enter or modify supplier data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WOSE064 error and ensure that the supplier/plant category is correctly entered in the system.