How To Fix CX031 - Document "&1" not classified using class type "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Document "&1" not classified using class type "&2"

What causes this issue?

You have selected a document which has not been classified using this
class type.

System Response

In BOM maintenance functions, you can enter a class type which was
used to classify the BOM component for each component. However, the
class type you entered has not been used to classify this component.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX031 - Document "&1" not classified using class type "&2" ?

  The SAP error message CX031 indicates that a document (identified by the document number "&1") is not classified using the specified class type ("&2"). This error typically arises in the context of document management or classification systems within SAP, particularly when dealing with classification of documents in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Classification: The document has not been assigned a classification or the classification is incomplete.
  Incorrect Class Type: The class type specified may not be valid for the document or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the classification system or the class type itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to classify the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Classification:
  
  Navigate to the document in question and verify if it has been classified correctly.
  If not, classify the document using the appropriate class type.
  
  
  
  Verify Class Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the class type "&2" is correctly configured in the system.
  Check if the class type is active and has the necessary characteristics defined.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to classify documents. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to classify documents and troubleshoot classification issues.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP Basis or configuration expert to review the system settings related to document classification.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to manage class types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to document classification.
  Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the CX031 error and implement a solution to resolve it.