How To Fix X4206 - The creation of items is not supported

X4206 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: X4 - APO Core Interface: Interfaces for Manufacturing Orders

• Message number: 206

• Message text: The creation of items is not supported

What causes this issue?

An order containing an item that does not exist in the ECC order was
sent from SAP APO to SAP ECC. Integration cannot be used to create
items.

System Response

The item is not created. Processing of the order is however continued.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

X4206 - Details

• The SAP error message X4206, "The creation of items is not supported," typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying items in certain SAP transactions, particularly when dealing with materials, documents, or other master data. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of Error X4206
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict the creation of certain items based on specific criteria, such as item categories or document types.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the items in question.
  
  
  Status of the Document: The document or transaction you are trying to modify may be in a status that does not allow for item creation (e.g., it may be locked or completed).
  
  
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the creation of new items, such as missing mandatory fields or