How To Fix CL566 - Function not allowed for this object

CL566 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 566

• Message text: Function not allowed for this object

What causes this issue?

With classification functionality, you can only display this object. To
classify the object, you must use the transactions for maintaining
object master data.
In the IMG for classification, you define whether an object can be
classified with the allocation functionality of the classification
system. You need to do this to ensure consistency of data, for
example, if an object can be changed with
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functionality.

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?

Display the classification data.
To classify the object, use the transactions for maintaining object
master data.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL566 - Function not allowed for this object ?

  The SAP error message CL566 ("Function not allowed for this object") typically occurs when you attempt to perform an operation on an object that is not permitted in the current context. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with classification objects, characteristics, or classes in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The operation you are trying to perform may not be applicable to the type of object you are working with (e.g., trying to change a characteristic that is not editable).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the object.
  Object Status: The object may be in a status that does not allow the requested operation (e.g., a class that is locked or marked as inactive).
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict specific functions for certain objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Type: Ensure that you are working with the correct type of object and