How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01117 - Class & does not exist. (Select or create the required class)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Class & does not exist. (Select or create the required class)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01117 - Class & does not exist. (Select or create the required class) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01117 Class & does not exist. (Select or create the required class) typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specific class that is required for a certain operation or transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with product master data, planning objects, or during the execution of certain APO functions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Class: The specified class does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the class was never created.
  Incorrect Class Name: There might be a typo or an incorrect reference to the class name in the configuration or transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the class was created in a different system (e.g., development) and not transported to the current system (e.g., production), it may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 (Display Class) to check if the class exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code CL01 (Create Class).
  
  
  
  Create the Class:
  
  If the class is missing, create it by following these steps:
  
  Go to transaction CL01.
  Enter the class type and name.
  Fill in the necessary details and save the class.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the relevant areas (e.g., product master, planning area) to ensure that the correct class is being referenced.
  Make sure that the class type and attributes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Transport the Class:
  
  If the class was created in a different environment, ensure that it is transported to the current environment using the transport management system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the class. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Class Types: In SAP, classes are used to categorize objects and can have various attributes. Make sure you are using the correct class type for your needs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on class creation and management in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO functional team for further investigation.