How To Fix FIT_CHECK017 - Class &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIT_CHECK -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Class &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIT_CHECK017 - Class &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FIT_CHECK017, which states "Class &1 does not exist," typically occurs when the system is trying to access a classification or object that has not been defined or is not available in the system. This error is often related to the classification system in SAP, particularly in the context of materials, equipment, or other objects that utilize classification.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Class Definition: The class specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the class name or the class not being created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the class.
  Transport Issues: If the class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) and check if the class specified in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CL01 (Create Class).
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the classification settings are correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the class type and ensuring that it is properly linked to the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the class was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the class is present in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the class. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FIT_CHECK017 error and implement a solution to resolve it.