How To Fix COM_PME_VTABLE_SH007 - Table contents cannot be saved: Class not open

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_VTABLE_SH - Maintenance of Variable Tables

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Table contents cannot be saved: Class not open

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_VTABLE_SH007 - Table contents cannot be saved: Class not open ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_VTABLE_SH007 indicates that the system is unable to save the contents of a table because the class associated with that table is not open. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Master or similar modules where classification and characteristics are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Class Not Open: The primary reason for this error is that the class to which the table belongs is not open for changes. This can happen if the class is locked or if it is in a status that does not allow modifications.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the class or the associated table.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that prevent changes to the class or its associated tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) and check the status of the class. Ensure that it is not locked and is open for changes.
  If the class is locked, you may need to unlock it or change its status to allow modifications.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the class and its associated tables. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or SU01.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the classification system. Ensure that there are no settings that prevent changes to the class or its tables.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the class is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is released and that the class is not in a state that prevents changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on classification and characteristics management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.