How To Fix /PLMI/BO_CLF_CL531 - Class &2 (class type &1) not released; assignment not possible

/PLMI/BO_CLF_CL531 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_CLF_CL -

• Message number: 531

• Message text: Class &2 (class type &1) not released; assignment not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_CLF_CL531 - Class &2 (class type &1) not released; assignment not possible ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_CLF_CL531 Class &2 (class type &1) not released; assignment not possible typically occurs when you are trying to assign a classification to an object (like a material or equipment) in SAP, but the class you are trying to use has not been released for use in the system. This can happen in the context of SAP's classification system, which is used to categorize and manage objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Class Not Released: The class you are trying to assign is not released. In SAP, classes must be released before they can be used for assignments.
  Class Type Issues: The class type may not be properly configured or may not be set to allow assignments.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the assignment of the class.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Class:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class).
  Enter the class name and class type.
  Check the status of the class. If it is not released,