How To Fix IH650 - Enter class type and class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 650

• Message text: Enter class type and class

What causes this issue?

You have either just entered the class type or just entered the class
on a list for searching by classification data.

System Response

The search is not performed.

How to fix this error?

If you want to perform a search by classification data, you must always
enter both the class type and the class.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH650 - Enter class type and class ?

  The SAP error message IH650 ("Enter class type and class") typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system, particularly when working with equipment or materials that require classification. This error indicates that the system expects you to specify a class type and a class, but these fields are either empty or not filled in correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Class Type/Class: The user has not entered a class type or class in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Configuration: The classification system may not be properly configured, or the class type/class may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or create classes.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple oversight in data entry where the fields were overlooked.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Class Type and Class: Ensure that you fill in both the class type and class fields in the relevant transaction or screen. 
  
  Navigate to the classification screen and enter the appropriate values.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the class type and class you are trying to use are correctly configured in the system.
  
  Use transaction code CL02 to check existing classes and their types.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify classes. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which class type or class to use, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with a colleague who is familiar with the classification system.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check for any additional error messages or logs that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), and CL03 (Display Class) for managing classes in SAP.
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to SAP's official help documentation for detailed information on classification and how to manage class types and classes.
  Training: If you frequently encounter issues with classification, consider undergoing training on SAP classification management to better understand how to use the system effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IH650 error and successfully enter the required class type and class in SAP.