How To Fix COM_PRODUCT691 - Enter a valid validation class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT - General Messages on Products

• Message number: 691

• Message text: Enter a valid validation class

What causes this issue?

You have specified a validation class that does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid validation class.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT691 - Enter a valid validation class ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT691 indicates that there is an issue with the validation class being used in the context of product master data. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid validation class for the product being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Validation Class: The validation class specified in the product master data does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the validation class from being recognized.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect validation class during the creation or modification of the product master data.
  Missing Customization: If the validation class is a custom one, it may not have been properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validation Class: Verify that the validation class specified in the product master data is valid. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Maintain Validation Class: If the validation class is missing, you may need to create or maintain it in the system. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Correct Data Entry: If the validation class was entered incorrectly, correct it in the product master data.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for setting up validation classes in your specific SAP environment.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the validation class settings.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to access product master data.
  Customizing Path: The path to maintain validation classes can typically be found under the following:
  
  SPRO -> Logistics - General -> Product Master -> Define Validation Classes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_PRODUCT691 error and ensure that the validation class is correctly set up in your SAP system.