How To Fix PPEGUI023 - Class &1 of class type &2 cannot be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEGUI - Message Interface

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Class &1 of class type &2 cannot be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEGUI023 - Class &1 of class type &2 cannot be found ?

  The SAP error message PPEGUI023 indicates that a specific class of a certain class type cannot be found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Execution (PP) module, particularly when dealing with class-based characteristics or classification.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Class: The class specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Class Type: The class type specified may not be valid or may not correspond to the expected class type in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the class or its associated data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the classification system or in the specific application area that is trying to access the class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to check if the class exists in the system.
  Verify that the class name and class type are correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Create or Correct Class:
  
  If the class does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CL01 (Create Class).
  Ensure that the class type is correctly defined and matches the expected type.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the class.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to classification in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the relevant settings for the class type and characteristics are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on class types and classification.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Class Types: In SAP, class types are used to categorize classes and define their characteristics. Each class type has specific attributes and behaviors.
  Classification System: The classification system in SAP allows for the categorization of materials, equipment, and other objects based on shared characteristics.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL02: Change Characteristics
  CL03: Display Characteristics
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.