How To Fix PMEVC_UI006 - Simulation with material &1 requires class assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMEVC_UI -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Simulation with material &1 requires class assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMEVC_UI006 - Simulation with material &1 requires class assignment ?

  The SAP error message PMEVC_UI006, which states "Simulation with material &1 requires class assignment," typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) when you are trying to perform a simulation for a material that has not been properly classified.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a class assignment for the material in question. In SAP, materials often need to be assigned to specific classes to enable certain functionalities, such as simulations, evaluations, or reporting. If a material does not have a class assignment, the system cannot process the simulation request.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the material has the appropriate class assignment. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  Check the classification view to see if the material is assigned to a class.
  
  
  
  Assign Class to Material:
  
  If the material is not assigned to a class, you can assign it by using transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class).
  Create or modify the class and assign the material to it.
  
  
  
  Check Class Characteristics:
  
  Ensure that the class has the necessary characteristics defined that are required for the simulation.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Simulation:
  
  After assigning the class to the material, try running the simulation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Class Types: Understand the different class types in SAP and how they relate to materials. Classes can be used for various purposes, including classification of materials, batch management, and more.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify material master data and class assignments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on class assignments and material classification.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PMEVC_UI006 error and successfully perform the simulation for the material in question.