How To Fix 42216 - No structure class was found for folder class &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 216

• Message text: No structure class was found for folder class &1

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a structure for a folder of category &V1&, but it
was not possible to derive a category for the structure from the folder
category.

System Response

No structure object was created.

How to fix this error?

Enter the category for the structure when you create the structure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42216 - No structure class was found for folder class &1 ?

  The SAP error message "42216 No structure class was found for folder class &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with specific folder structures in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding structure class for the specified folder class.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Structure Class: The most common cause is that the structure class that is supposed to be associated with the specified folder class does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DMS settings or the folder structure settings that prevent the system from recognizing the structure class.
  Custom Development: If there has been custom development or modifications in the system, it might lead to inconsistencies in the folder structure definitions.
  Transport Issues: If the folder class was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the associated structure class may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the folder classes in the SAP system. You can do this through transaction codes like OAC0 (for DMS) or OAC3 (for folder classes).
  Ensure that the structure class is defined for the folder class in question.
  
  
  
  Create or Assign Structure Class:
  
  If the structure class does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the same configuration area where folder classes are defined.
  If it exists but is not assigned, you can assign the correct structure class to the folder class.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the necessary objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to DMS and folder structures for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAC0, OAC3, and OAC2 for managing DMS settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error 42216 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message.