How To Fix WU335 - Wrong item category. Material & &,

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 335

• Message text: Wrong item category. Material & &,

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU335 - Wrong item category. Material & &, ?

  The SAP error message WU335, which states "Wrong item category. Material & &," typically occurs during the processing of a document in SAP, such as a purchase order, sales order, or goods movement. This error indicates that the item category assigned to the material is not appropriate for the transaction being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category assigned to the material does not match the expected item category for the transaction type.
  Material Master Configuration: The material master record may not be set up correctly, leading to an inappropriate item category being assigned.
  Document Type Mismatch: The document type being used may not support the item category of the material.
  Customizations: Custom configurations or enhancements in the SAP system may have altered the expected behavior of item categories.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Review the item category settings in the configuration (transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the item category is appropriate for the type of transaction you are processing.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record (transaction code: MM03) to ensure that the item category is correctly assigned.
  Verify that the material type and other relevant settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using is compatible with the item category of the material.
  If necessary, change the document type or item category to one that is compatible.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP functional team or SAP support for further analysis and troubleshooting.
  They may need to check for any custom developments or enhancements that could be affecting item category determination.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  SPRO (SAP Reference IMG for configuration)
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  VA01 (Create Sales Order)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to item categories and material master data for more detailed information on configuration and best practices.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the WU335 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.