How To Fix FMCA_BRFPLUS026 - No valid class: class &1 doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_BRFPLUS - PSCD: BRFPLUS in TRM

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No valid class: class &1 doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_BRFPLUS026 - No valid class: class &1 doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_BRFPLUS026 indicates that there is an issue with a Business Rule Framework (BRF+) configuration where a specified class does not exist or is not valid. This error typically arises in scenarios where BRF+ is used for decision-making processes, and the system is unable to find the class that has been referenced in the rules.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Class: The class specified in the BRF+ rule does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the class name or the class not being created or activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration might be pointing to an incorrect or outdated class.
  Transport Issues: If the class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request, or the transport may have failed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Class Existence:
  
  Check the class name specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  Use transaction code BRF+ to navigate to the relevant BRF+ application and check the classes defined there.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Class:
  
  If the class does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the BRF+ workbench.
  If the class exists but is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the BRF+ rules and ensure that they are correctly configured to reference the existing class.
  Update any references to the class if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the class was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  If it was not transported, you may need to create a new transport request that includes the class.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the BRF+ rules has the necessary authorizations to access the class. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF+ Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BRF+ for detailed information on how to manage classes and rules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BRF+ and this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BRF+ (for BRF+ workbench) and SE80 (for object navigator) to manage and troubleshoot BRF+ configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error FMCA_BRFPLUS026 and ensure that your BRF+ rules function correctly.