How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES178 - Classify the new external reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Classify the new external reference

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES178 - Classify the new external reference ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES178 with the description "Classify the new external reference" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module or related areas where external references need to be classified for proper processing.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A new external reference (like a document, equipment, or maintenance order) is being created or modified, but the system requires a classification for that reference.
  The classification data is missing or not properly maintained in the system.
  The user may not have the necessary authorizations to classify the external reference.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Classify the External Reference:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction where the external reference is being created or modified.
  Look for a classification option or tab in the screen.
  Select the appropriate classification for the external reference from the available options.
  
  
  
  Check Classification Settings:
  
  Ensure that the classification system is properly configured in your SAP system.
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class) to verify that the necessary classes and characteristics are defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to classify external references. This can be checked with your SAP security team or by reviewing the user roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files related to the classification of external references in the PM module.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that might address this specific error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL02, CL01, IW31 (Create Maintenance Order), and others that may be involved in the process.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to classify external references properly to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully classify the new external reference in your SAP system.