How To Fix IG217 - No class defined for permits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IG - Permits (Maintenance of Master Data, Classification)

• Message number: 217

• Message text: No class defined for permits

What causes this issue?

You have called up the permit determination, but the system cannot
determine any permits.
The reasons for this are:
No <DS:GLOS.permit_group>permit group</> was defined in Customizing.
No <DS:GLOS.class>class</> is assigned to the permit group.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE SYSTEMVERWALTER OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN
If necessary, enter <DS:GLOS.3526C2B8AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>permits
</> required immediately yourself in the dialog box for permits.
Procedure for system administration
Ensure that a permit group was defined in Customizing, and assign a
class of <DS:GLOS.class_type>class type</> <zh>049</> to the group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IG217 - No class defined for permits ?

  The SAP error message IG217 "No class defined for permits" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with permits and licenses. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a class definition for the specified permits, which can hinder the processing of related transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Class Definition: The most common cause is that the class for the permit has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the permits in the EHS module.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to permits.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the permit classes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define the Class:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class) in SAP.
  Check if the class for the permits is defined. If not, create a new class and ensure it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the EHS module. Ensure that all necessary settings for permits and licenses are correctly configured.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu and verify the settings under the EHS section.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the permits. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Use transaction codes like EHS0 to access the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the permit classes. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the EHS module for any specific guidance on this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01, CL02, EHS0, and SPRO.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the IG217 error message for any known issues or fixes.
  EHS Module Documentation: Review the official SAP EHS documentation for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IG217 error in your SAP system.