How To Fix PLMDISCALC027 - Header &1 uses item &2; item assigned to class &3, class assigned to &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMDISCALC - Messages for LLC calculation

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Header &1 uses item &2; item assigned to class &3, class assigned to &4

What causes this issue?

&v1&: Header material
&v2&: Item material
&v3&: Class (class type) - class that the item material is assigned to
&v4&: Header material/plant/BOM usage/alternative - class is assigned to
this BOM (for example via class hierarchy)

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMDISCALC027 - Header &1 uses item &2; item assigned to class &3, class assigned to &4 ?

  The SAP error message PLMDISCALC027 typically occurs in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) when there is an issue with the classification of items in a bill of materials (BOM) or a similar structure. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the classification of the items involved.
  Cause:
  The error message can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Item Classification Mismatch: The item referenced in the header (Header &1) is using an item (Item &2) that is assigned to a class (Class &3), which in turn is assigned to another class (Class &4). This indicates a potential inconsistency in the classification hierarchy.
  Incorrect Class Assignment: The item may not be correctly assigned to the appropriate class, or the class hierarchy may not be properly defined.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the classification system, such as missing or incorrect assignments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Class Assignments:
  
  Verify the class assignments for both the header item and the item in question. Ensure that they are correctly assigned to the appropriate classes.
  Use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to review the class definitions and assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Item Classification:
  
  Check the classification of the items involved. Ensure that the items are classified correctly according to the business requirements.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check the classification data for the materials.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Inconsistencies:
  
  If you find any inconsistencies in the class assignments or item classifications, correct them accordingly.
  Ensure that the class hierarchy is properly defined and that all items are assigned to the correct classes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to classification and BOM management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the changes by attempting to process the header and item again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), MM01 (Create Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the PLMDISCALC027 error message.