How To Fix CU735 - Class type & cannot be used for general maintenance task lists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 735

• Message text: Class type & cannot be used for general maintenance task lists

What causes this issue?

This class type is not allowed for variant configuration of
<DS:GLOS.standard_network>standard networks</>.
In Customizing for <ZH>Classification</>, you define whether a class
type can be used for variant configuration. The <ZH>Variant class
type</> indicator was not set for this class type.

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?

In the standard system, you can use class type 300 for configuring
standard networks.
To display the class types for an object type, choose <LS>Settings ->
Class types</> from the classification menu.
The dialog box for selecting a class type also contains these details.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU735 - Class type & cannot be used for general maintenance task lists ?

  The SAP error message CU735 indicates that a specific class type cannot be used for general maintenance task lists. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to create or modify a maintenance task list using a class type that is not configured for that purpose.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Class Type: The class type being used is not defined for general maintenance task lists in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The class type may not be properly configured in the system settings, or it may not be assigned to the correct category of maintenance task lists.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to work with the specified class type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CU735 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Class Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OIAF (or SPRO -> Plant Maintenance -> Maintenance Task Lists -> Define Class Types for Maintenance Task Lists).
  Verify that the class type you are trying to use is configured for general maintenance task lists.
  
  
  
  Use a Valid Class Type:
  
  If the class type is not valid for general maintenance task lists, consider using a different class type that is allowed for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify maintenance task lists. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to maintenance task lists and class types to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IA01 (Create Maintenance Task List), IA02 (Change Maintenance Task List), and IA03 (Display Maintenance Task List).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CU735 error and implement a suitable solution.