How To Fix CL156 - & & class type & used in configurations on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 156

• Message text: & & class type & used in configurations on &

What causes this issue?

&V1& &V2& class type &V3& cannot be deleted, because it is still used
in configurations of a <DS:GLOS.configurable_material>configurable
material</> on &V4&.

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?

You cannot delete &V1& &V2& as long as it is in use on &V4&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL156 - & & class type & used in configurations on & ?

  The SAP error message CL156 typically relates to issues with class types in the classification system. This error can occur when there are problems with the configuration of classes or characteristics in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Class Type: The class type specified in the configuration may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The class or characteristic may not be properly configured or may be missing altogether.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the class type.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the class or characteristics, such as missing values or incorrect data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Type: Verify that the class type specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the class type configuration in the SAP system.
  
  Transaction Code: CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class)
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the class and its characteristics are correctly configured. Check for any missing or incorrectly defined characteristics.
  
  Transaction Code: CT04 (Change Characteristic)
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the class type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any data inconsistencies related to the class or characteristics. You can use transaction codes like CL20N (Mass Change of Classes) to help identify issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific class type and error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message CL156. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing SAP training materials or documentation related to classification and characteristics to ensure proper understanding and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.