How To Fix MDM_CLF_LEAN232 - Missing class type in class assignment of object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDM_CLF_LEAN - MDM Lean Classification - Reuse Parts

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Missing class type in class assignment of object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDM_CLF_LEAN232 - Missing class type in class assignment of object &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDM_CLF_LEAN232 indicates that there is a missing class type in the class assignment of a specific object. This error typically arises in the context of Master Data Management (MDM) or when dealing with classification in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Class Type: The class type that is supposed to be assigned to the object is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the classification system, such as missing entries in the class type table.
  Data Inconsistency: The object being processed may have inconsistent or incomplete data that does not meet the requirements for classification.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Class Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to check if the class type exists.
  Ensure that the class type is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Assignment:
  
  Check the object (e.g., material, vendor, etc.) that is causing the error. Ensure that it is assigned to the correct class type.
  You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or BP (Business Partner) to check the classification data.
  
  
  
  Review Class Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the class type settings are correctly configured in the customizing settings. You can access this through SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant section for classification.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks for the master data to identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the issue. This can often be done through specific reports or tools provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to classification and MDM for any specific guidance or known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), MM03 (Display Material), and BP (Business Partner).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MDM and classification errors for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on classification and MDM processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the missing class type in the class assignment of the object.