How To Fix RMSRCPAPI010 - Class category &1 requires a specification type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSRCPAPI - RMS-RCP: Message Package RMSRCPAPI

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Class category &1 requires a specification type

What causes this issue?

The I_SUBCAT import parameter (recipe type) was not transferred to the
RCP324_CLASSIFICATION_WRITE functrion module. This transfer is
necessary to determine whether dependent recipe objects are classified
with history.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Transfer the I_SUBCAT import parameter (recipe type) to the
RCP324_CLASSIFICATION_WRITE function module if dependent recipe objects
in the classification are to be processed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSRCPAPI010 - Class category &1 requires a specification type ?

  The SAP error message RMSRCPAPI010 indicates that a specific class category requires a specification type, which is typically related to the management of resources or materials in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the Resource Management System (RMS) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when:
  
  A class category is defined in the system but does not have an associated specification type.
  The system is trying to process or create an object (like a resource or material) that requires a specification type, but it is missing or not properly configured.
  There may be a configuration issue in the classification system where the class category is not linked to a valid specification type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Class Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the classification system in SAP and check the configuration of the class category that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the class category is correctly defined and linked to a valid specification type.
  
  
  
  Assign Specification Type:
  
  If the class category is missing a specification type, you need to assign a valid specification type to it.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings of the classification system.
  
  
  
  Review Material/Resource Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the material or resource you are trying to create or modify. Ensure that all required fields, including the specification type, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the classification system and resource management for more detailed guidance on how to configure class categories and specification types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), or CL01 (Create Class) to manage class categories and their specifications.
  Customization Path: The path to configure class categories and specification types can typically be found under the SAP Easy Access Menu: SPRO -> IMG -> Logistics -> General -> Classification -> Define Classes.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional context and troubleshooting steps for specific versions of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RMSRCPAPI010 error message.