How To Fix CLES018 - No class customizing for INOB record: &1, &2, &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLES - Indexing for Classification System

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No class customizing for INOB record: &1, &2, &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLES018 - No class customizing for INOB record: &1, &2, &3 ?

  The SAP error message CLES018 indicates that there is no class customizing for a specific INOB (Object Type) record. This error typically arises in the context of classification in SAP, where the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for a particular object type.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Class Assignment: The object type (e.g., material, equipment) is not assigned to a class in the classification system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The classification settings may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the classification of the object.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly implemented or may be missing necessary configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CLES018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Class Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class).
  Verify if the class for the object type is correctly assigned. If not, you may need to create or assign the appropriate class.
  
  
  
  Review Class Customizing:
  
  Use transaction code CL01 (Create Class) to create a new class if necessary.
  Ensure that the class is set up with the correct characteristics and object types.
  
  
  
  Check Object Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OIC4 to check the configuration for the object type in the classification system.
  Ensure that the object type is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate class.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the classification data to identify any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  You can use transaction code CL20N to perform a mass change or check for classification data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to classification and the specific object type you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Custom Development Review:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the classification logic and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL20N: Mass Change for Classification
  OIC4: Object Type Configuration
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to classification and the specific error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CLES018 error in your SAP system.