How To Fix GMMASTERDATA016 - Class &1 permitted by sponsor &2 but not on &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMMASTERDATA - Grant master data maintenance messages only

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Class &1 permitted by sponsor &2 but not on &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMMASTERDATA016 - Class &1 permitted by sponsor &2 but not on &3 ?

  The SAP error message GMMASTERDATA016 typically occurs in the context of the Grants Management (GM) module. This error indicates that a specific class (represented by &1) is permitted by a sponsor (represented by &2) but is not available on the specified grant (represented by &3). 
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The class may not be properly configured in the system for the specific grant or project.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where the class is not linked correctly to the grant.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the class for the specified grant.
  Sponsor Restrictions: The sponsor may have specific restrictions or settings that prevent the use of the class for that grant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the grant and ensure that the class is correctly assigned to the grant in the system.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the