How To Fix PPEAPO_CLASS006 - &1 &2 requires a reference to a class

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEAPO_CLASS - Message Class for BAdI Class CL_PPEAPO_CLASS

• Message number: 006

• Message text: &1 &2 requires a reference to a class

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create the iPPE object &v1& &v2& without assigning it
to a product class. However, the Customizing settings for the type &v1&
require such an assignment.

System Response

The system does not permit you to create the object until you define a
product class assignment, because such an assignment has been defined
as obligatory in Customizing for this node type.

How to fix this error?

Assign the iPPE object &v1& &v2& to a product class by making entries
in the <ls>Class Type</> and <ls>Class Number</> fields.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEAPO_CLASS006 - &1 &2 requires a reference to a class ?

  The SAP error message PPEAPO_CLASS006 indicates that there is an issue related to the classification of a product or material in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the message states that a reference to a class is required for the specified object (indicated by &1 and &2).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  A product or material is being processed in APO, but it does not have a valid classification assigned to it.
  The system expects a reference to a classification class, but it is missing or incorrectly configured.
  The product master data may not be fully maintained, leading to missing classification information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPEAPO_CLASS006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Product Master Data:
  
  Go to the product master data in APO and verify that the product has been assigned to the correct classification.
  Ensure that all required fields in the product master are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Assign a Class:
  
  If the product is not assigned to a class, you need to assign it to the appropriate class in the classification system.
  Use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to manage classes and their assignments.
  
  
  
  Maintain Class Characteristics:
  
  Ensure that the characteristics of the class are properly defined and that they are relevant to the product.
  Check if the characteristics are marked as required and ensure they are filled out for the product.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that the classification system is properly set up.
  Make sure that the integration between the ERP and APO systems is functioning correctly, as this can affect the availability of classification data.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Data:
  
  After making the necessary changes, reprocess the data or run the relevant planning runs again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to classification and product master data management, such as MM02 (Change Material), CL01 (Create Class), and CL02 (Change Class).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on classification in APO and how to manage product master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches and updates.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.