How To Fix 42213 - Folder class &1 is not valid for objects of info object class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Folder class &1 is not valid for objects of info object class &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42213 - Folder class &1 is not valid for objects of info object class &2 ?

  The SAP error message "42213 Folder class &1 is not valid for objects of info object class &2" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue related to the classification of folders used for organizing InfoObjects or other related objects.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Folder Class: The folder class specified in the error message is not valid for the type of InfoObject you are trying to use. Each InfoObject class (like InfoCubes, DataStore Objects, etc.) has specific folder classes that are allowed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the folder class has not been properly defined or is not compatible with the InfoObject class.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of objects, it is possible that the folder class was not transported correctly or is missing in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Folder Class Configuration: Verify the folder class assigned to the InfoObject. Ensure that it is a valid folder class for the specific InfoObject class you are working with.
  
  You can check this in the SAP BW modeling tools or transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  
  
  
  Adjust Folder Class: If the folder class is incorrect, you may need to change it to a valid one. This can usually be done in the properties of the InfoObject or the folder settings.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including folder classes, were transported correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to folder classes and InfoObject classes for specific compatibility information.
  
  
  System Check: If the issue persists, consider checking for system inconsistencies or errors that may require a more in-depth analysis or support from SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSCUSTV10 (Customizing BW), and others that may help in managing InfoObjects and folder classes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.