How To Fix 26167 - There must be a classification record before each assigned values record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 167

• Message text: There must be a classification record before each assigned values record

What causes this issue?

You want to copy document info records from an external system to your
SAP System.
The sequential file you created in your external system does not meet
the specifications (see <DS:RE.RCVBI010>"Documentation of transfer
program"</>).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the program in the source system that produces the sequential
file.
Each value assignment record (record type 6) must be preceded by a
classification record of the document (record type 5).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26167 - There must be a classification record before each assigned values record ?

  The SAP error message 26167, "There must be a classification record before each assigned values record," typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP, particularly when dealing with characteristics and values in the classification system. This error indicates that the system expects a classification record to exist before you can assign values to it.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to assign values to a characteristic without first creating a classification record for that characteristic. In SAP, classification records are necessary to define the characteristics of an object (like a material or equipment) before you can assign specific values to those characteristics.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a classification record is created before you attempt to assign values. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Create a Classification Record:
  
  Navigate to the classification transaction (e.g., CL02 for changing or CL01 for creating).
  Select the appropriate class and create a classification record for the object you are working with (e.g., material, equipment).
  Ensure that you have defined the necessary characteristics in the class.
  
  
  
  Assign Values:
  
  Once the classification record is created, you can then proceed to assign values to the characteristics.
  Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., CL02) to assign values to the characteristics of the classification record.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Records:
  
  If you believe a classification record should already exist, double-check to ensure it has been created correctly and is active.
  You can use transaction codes like CL03 to display existing classification records and verify their status.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification in SAP: Classification is a method used in SAP to categorize objects based on their characteristics. It is commonly used in materials management, production planning, and other modules.
  Characteristics and Values: Characteristics are attributes that define an object, while values are the specific data assigned to those characteristics.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL24: Display Classification Data
  
  
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to classification and characteristics in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps and ensuring that classification records are created before assigning values, you should be able to resolve the error message 26167.