How To Fix /CUM/MSG126 - Release not possible: Classification data is incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CUM/MSG -

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Release not possible: Classification data is incomplete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CUM/MSG126 - Release not possible: Classification data is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message /CUM/MSG126 Release not possible: Classification data is incomplete typically occurs in the context of the classification system in SAP, particularly when dealing with materials or products that are classified using characteristics and classes. This error indicates that the system cannot release a particular object (like a material or a document) because the necessary classification data is not complete.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Classification Data: The object you are trying to release does not have all the required classification data filled in. This could include missing characteristics or values that are mandatory for the classification.
  Incomplete Class Assignment: The class assigned to the object may not have all the necessary characteristics defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the classification system, such as missing links between classes and characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the classification data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Classification Data:
  
  Go to the classification view of the object (e.g., material master) and ensure that all required characteristics are filled in.
  Verify that the values entered for each characteristic are valid and meet the requirements set in the class.
  
  
  
  Review Class Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the correct class is assigned to the object and that the class has all the necessary characteristics defined.
  If the class is missing characteristics, you may need to add them or assign a different class that has the required characteristics.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration of the classification system in transaction CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to ensure that all necessary characteristics are defined and linked correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit classification data. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the classification system and the requirements for the objects you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CL02 (Change Class)
  CL03 (Display Class)
  MM02 (Change Material)
  MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Classification System: Familiarize yourself with the SAP classification system, including how classes and characteristics work, as this knowledge can help in resolving similar issues in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message.