How To Fix PPEAPO_CLASS007 - Class &1/&2 is not a subclass of &3

PPEAPO_CLASS007 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Class &1/&2 is not a subclass of &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEAPO_CLASS007 - Class &1/&2 is not a subclass of &3 ?

  The SAP error message PPEAPO_CLASS007 indicates that there is an issue with class inheritance in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error message states that a class (identified by &1/&2) is not a subclass of the expected class (&3). This typically occurs when the system expects a certain class hierarchy but finds that the specified class does not conform to the expected structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Class Definition: The class defined in the system may not be properly set up as a subclass of the expected parent class.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that lead to incorrect class assignments.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being processed may reference a class that has been changed or deleted, leading to inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not adhere to the expected class hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Hierarchy:
  
  Go to the Class Builder (Transaction Code: