How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN056 - Set type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Set type & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN056 - Set type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN056 indicates that a specific set type does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's classification system or when dealing with characteristics and attributes in the context of product data management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Set Type: The set type that is being referenced in the operation does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The set type was never created.
  The set type was deleted or not properly configured.
  A typo or incorrect reference in the configuration or data entry.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the classification system may not be set up correctly, leading to references to non-existent set types.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the set type was created in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Set Type: Verify if the set type exists in the system:
  
  Go to transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) or CT05 (for set types) and check if the set type is listed.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Set Type: If the set type is missing, you can create it:
  
  Use transaction code CT05 to create a new set type.
  Ensure that you define the necessary attributes and characteristics for the set type.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration: If the set type exists but is not configured correctly, review the configuration settings:
  
  Check the classification settings in transaction SPRO under the relevant sections for product data management or classification.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: If the set type was created in another environment, ensure that it has been transported correctly:
  
  Check the transport logs and ensure that the transport request containing the set type has been imported into the current environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the set type's purpose or how to create it, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristics
  CT05: Create/Change Set Types
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify set types in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN056 and ensure that the required set type is available for your operations.