How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_BO043 - Class &1 with initial class type does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_BO -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Class &1 with initial class type does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_BO043 - Class &1 with initial class type does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_BO043 Class &1 with initial class type does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when dealing with classification and characteristics in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a class that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Class Definition: The class specified in the error message (&1) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Class Type: The class type being referenced may not be valid or may not have been properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the class or its associated data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the classification tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) and check if the class with the specified name exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CL01 (Create Class).
  
  
  
  Verify Class Type:
  
  Ensure that the class type being referenced is valid and correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the Class Type configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the class. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the classification data to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like CL20N (Mass Change of Classes) to help identify issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to classification and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL20N: Mass Change of Classes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on classification and characteristics management in SAP PLM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.