How To Fix 12169 - Classification not possible because status of class &1 is not released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Classification not possible because status of class &1 is not released

What causes this issue?

The batch you are just processing has to be classified. You can do this
in one of two ways:

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

The system classifies the batch automatically when it is created if the
material of the batch or another batch of the material has already been
classified.
You create the batch classification manually after you have selected a
batch class and entered it on the classification screen.
The batch that you have processed should be classified with the class
<LS>&V1&</>. As this class has not been released, you cannot classify
the batch.

How to fix this error?

Please change the status of the class <LS>&V1&</> to 'unrestricted' or
use another class.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12169 - Classification not possible because status of class &1 is not released ?

  The SAP error message 12169, which states "Classification not possible because status of class &1 is not released," typically occurs when you attempt to classify an object (like a material or a document) using a class that is not in a "released" status. This means that the class is either still in development or has not been approved for use in the classification process.
  Cause:
  
  Class Status: The class you are trying to use for classification has a status that is not set to "released." This could be due to the class being newly created, modified, or not yet approved.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to classify objects using certain classes.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of certain classes based on their status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Status:
  
  Go to the Class Management transaction (e.g., CL02) and check the status of the class in question (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  If the class is not released, you will need to change its status to "released." This typically requires the appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Release the Class:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can release the class by changing its status. This usually involves:
  
  Opening the class in the Class Management transaction.
  Changing the status to "released."
  Saving the changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with a Class Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the class status, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for class management in your organization. They can assist in releasing the class.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to classify objects using the specified class. If not, you may need to request additional permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to classification in your SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the Customizing (SPRO) related to classification and object management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL01: Create Class
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on class management and classification processes.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully classify your objects in SAP.