How To Fix CM_SUB_VALUATION822 - Class type & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_VALUATION - Substance Characteristic Values and Additional Info.

• Message number: 822

• Message text: Class type & not defined

What causes this issue?

The specified class type &v1& is not defined in the system or is not
maintained correctly.

System Response

The system cannot process or read any value assignments.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_VALUATION822 - Class type & not defined ?

  The SAP error message "CM_SUB_VALUATION822 Class type & not defined" typically occurs in the context of classification and valuation in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials or products that are classified using a classification system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a class type that is required for the valuation process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Class Type: The specified class type is not defined in the system. This could happen if the class type was never created or if it was deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the classification system, such as missing entries in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or other related master data may reference a class type that does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Type Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class) to check if the class type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using CL01.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Define Class Types to ensure that the class type is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the class type is missing in the material master, you may need to update the material master data using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) to remove the reference to the non-existent class type or to assign a valid class type.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify class types and material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for any specific configurations that may be required for your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  MM02: Change Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. 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 have found.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.