How To Fix WRF_SHOP089 - If you do not enter a category, the hierarchy ID is not needed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_SHOP - Message Class for Shop Maintenance

• Message number: 089

• Message text: If you do not enter a category, the hierarchy ID is not needed

What causes this issue?

You do not have to enter a category in the specified hierarchy ID.
If no category is specified, the hierarchy is not needed for further
processing, and will therefore be initialized.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_SHOP089 - If you do not enter a category, the hierarchy ID is not needed ?

  The SAP error message WRF_SHOP089 typically occurs in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when working with product hierarchies or categories in the merchandise management or retail planning modules. This error indicates that a hierarchy ID is not required if a category is not specified.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you are trying to create or modify a product or a retail item without specifying a category, but you are also providing a hierarchy ID. In SAP, the hierarchy ID is only relevant when a category is defined. If no category is entered, the system does not require a hierarchy ID, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Category Entry: Ensure that you have entered a valid category for the product or item you are working with. If a category is necessary for your business process, make sure to select or input it correctly.
  
  
  Remove Hierarchy ID: If you do not intend to use a category, you should remove the hierarchy ID from your entry. The system will not need it if there is no associated category.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe that a category should not be mandatory in your process, you may need to review the configuration settings in your SAP system. This may involve checking the settings for product hierarchies and categories in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how categories and hierarchies are managed in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the correct configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or WRF_MAINTAIN_HIERARCHY for managing hierarchies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify categories and hierarchies in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_SHOP089 error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.