How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_VIP047 - Class type &1 : Class &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_VIP -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Class type &1 : Class &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_VIP047 - Class type &1 : Class &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_VIP047 Class type &1 : Class &2 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a classification class that is not defined in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when dealing with classification data in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Class: The specified class (indicated by &2) does not exist in the system for the specified class type (indicated by &1).
  Incorrect Class Type: The class type being referenced may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the class.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the classification tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to check if the class exists for the specified class type.
  If the class 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 correct. You can check the class types in the configuration settings or documentation.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the classification data. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the classification data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve checking related tables or using specific SAP reports.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL24: Class Type Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorizations: Review the roles and authorizations assigned to the user encountering the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.