How To Fix CX033 - Material "&" not classified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Material "&" not classified

What causes this issue?

You want to display classification data for material &v1&. However, no
classification data was found for material &v1&.

System Response

In the BOM maintenance function, the system checks whether the
component in the selected BOM item has been classified using the class
type entered. In this case, no class type was entered, so the system
checks whether the material has been classified using the standard
class type. However, the material has not been classified using the
standard class type.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX033 - Material "&" not classified ?

  The SAP error message CX033, which states "Material '&' not classified," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation on a material that has not been assigned to a classification system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or changing a material master record, or when trying to use the material in a transaction that requires classification.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Classified: The material in question has not been assigned to any classification system or does not have a classification type.
  Missing Classification Data: The classification data for the material is incomplete or missing.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be set up to allow classification.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the classification system in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Classify the Material:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class) to create or modify the classification for the material.
  Assign the material to the appropriate class and ensure that it has the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master record.
  Ensure that the classification view is maintained and that the material is assigned to the correct classification.
  
  
  
  Review Material Type Settings:
  
  Check if the material type allows classification. You can do this in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics - General > Material Master > Basic Settings > Material Types and verify the settings for the material type in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the classification settings or if the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the classification system is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to classify materials in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification System: SAP uses a classification system to categorize materials based on their characteristics. This is particularly useful for reporting and analysis.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Material Types: Different material types in SAP may have different settings regarding classification. Ensure that the material type you are using is configured correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CX033 error and successfully classify the material in question.