How To Fix CL193 - Change using engineering change management not possible for class type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Change using engineering change management not possible for class type &

What causes this issue?

<DS:GLOS.-nderungsdienst>Engineering change management</> is not defined
as active for classification for class type &V1&. In Customizing for
Classification, you define whether or not classification data of a
certain class type can be changed using engineering change management.
The checkbox has not been selected for the current class type.
Any changes you make to a class also affect the objects assigned to the
class. This is why you cannot make the changes using a
<DS:GLOS.-nderungsnummer>change number</>.

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?

Change the class without a change number or set engineering change
management to active for the class type &V1& in Customizing for
Classification.

<DS:TRAN.O1CL>Execute function</>
ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL193 - Change using engineering change management not possible for class type & ?

  The SAP error message CL193, which states "Change using engineering change management not possible for class type &," typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a class in the Class Management module of SAP, but the class type you are working with is not configured to support Engineering Change Management (ECM).
  Cause:
  
  Class Type Configuration: The class type you are trying to change is not set up to use Engineering Change Management. In SAP, not all class types are enabled for ECM.
  Change Management Settings: The settings for the class type may not allow for changes to be made through ECM.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform changes using ECM.
  Object Status: The object you are trying to change may be in a status that does not allow changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code CL02 (Change Class) and check the class type settings.
  Ensure that the class type is configured to allow changes through ECM. You can check this in the class type settings under the "Engineering Change Management" section.
  
  
  
  Review Change Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the class type is set up correctly in the Customizing settings for Engineering Change Management. You can access this through the following path:
  
  SPRO > Cross-Application Components > Engineering Change Management > Basic Settings > Define Class Types for Engineering Change Management.
  
  
  Make sure that the class type is included in the list of class types that support ECM.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform changes using ECM. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  
  Object Status:
  
  Check the status of the object you are trying to change. If it is locked or in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to unlock it or change its status before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on ECM and class types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL01: Create Class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ECM and class types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.