How To Fix FOX0083 - Effectivity type &1: Class &2 does not inherit from class &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOX0 - FOX Customizing

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Effectivity type &1: Class &2 does not inherit from class &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOX0083 - Effectivity type &1: Class &2 does not inherit from class &3 ?

  The SAP error message FOX0083 indicates an issue related to effectivity types and class inheritance in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC). This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration of classes and their relationships in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Effectivity type &1: Class &2 does not inherit from class &3" suggests that the specified effectivity type (denoted by &1) is trying to reference a class (denoted by &2) that does not properly inherit from the expected parent class (denoted by &3). This can occur due to:
  
  Incorrect Class Hierarchy: The class you are trying to use does not extend or inherit from the required base class.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the effectivity type settings or class definitions.
  Changes in Class Structure: If the class structure has been modified (e.g., a class was deleted or its inheritance was changed), it can lead to this error.
  
  
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