How To Fix 42212 - No object class found for folders in the selected range &1

42212 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 212

• Message text: No object class found for folders in the selected range &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42212 - No object class found for folders in the selected range &1 ?

  The SAP error message "42212 No object class found for folders in the selected range &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with folders in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid object class for the folders specified in the selected range.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Class: The object class that is supposed to be associated with the folders does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the document management system or the folder structure may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object classes or folders.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or the folder structure that prevent the system from recognizing the object class.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Document Management System (DMS)