How To Fix CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN032 - Class type &1 excluded; change number not allowed for classtype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN - Classification Message Class

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Class type &1 excluded; change number not allowed for classtype

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN032 - Class type &1 excluded; change number not allowed for classtype ?

  The SAP error message CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN032 indicates that a change number is not allowed for a specific class type in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG). This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a classification for a material or another object, and the class type you are working with has been configured to exclude change numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Class Type Configuration: The class type you are trying to use has been set up in such a way that it does not allow change numbers. This is often a configuration setting in the SAP system.
  Change Number Settings: The change number functionality may not be activated for the specific class type in the system settings.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing the use of change numbers for the class type in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class) to check the configuration of the class type.
  Verify if the class type is set to allow change numbers. If it is not, you may need to adjust the settings or use a different class type that allows change numbers.
  
  
  
  Adjust Change Number Settings:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can modify the class type settings to allow change numbers. This typically involves navigating to the configuration settings for the class type in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration and navigate to the relevant section for class types and change number settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you suspect that authorization issues are causing the problem, consult with your SAP Basis or Security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to use change numbers with the specified class type.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Class Type:
  
  If changing the configuration is not feasible, consider using a different class type that allows change numbers for your classification needs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on class types and change number settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_MDG_BS_CLF_GEN032 and proceed with your classification tasks in SAP.