How To Fix CHCL049 - Error during check: New class is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CHCL - Messages for Batch Class Conversion

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Error during check: New class is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CHCL049 - Error during check: New class is missing ?

  The SAP error message CHCL049: Error during check: New class is missing typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP, particularly when working with the classification system for materials or other objects. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a class that is expected to be present during a classification operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Class Definition: The class that is being referenced in the operation does not exist in the system. This could happen if the class was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The object you are trying to classify may be assigned to a class that is not valid or does not exist.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the class or perform the classification operation.
  Transport Issues: If the class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) and verify if the class in question exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CL01 (Create Class).
  
  
  
  Verify Class Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the object you are trying to classify is assigned to the correct class. You can check this in the classification view of the material or object.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the class and perform classification operations. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the class was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Class:
  
  If the class is missing and you have the necessary information, you may need to recreate the class and reassign any objects that were using it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the classification system in SAP, as there may be specific guidelines or procedures to follow.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL24N: Class Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to classification errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar issues faced by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.