How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01401 - Multiple classification: Class of ref. product was transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Multiple classification: Class of ref. product was transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01401 - Multiple classification: Class of ref. product was transferred ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01401 indicates that there is an issue related to the classification of a reference product in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when there are multiple classifications for a reference product, which can lead to confusion in the planning process.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Multiple Classifications: The reference product has been assigned to multiple classes, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the classification data for the reference product, leading to ambiguity in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up to handle multiple classifications correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Classifications:
  
  Go to the classification view of the reference product in the SAP system.
  Verify if the product is assigned to multiple classes. If so, determine which classification is appropriate for your needs.
  
  
  
  Remove Redundant Classifications:
  
  If the product is incorrectly classified in multiple classes, remove the unnecessary classifications to ensure that the product is only associated with one relevant class.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the classification data to ensure that there are no discrepancies or errors in the classification setup.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to product classification. Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements and that the system is configured to handle classifications appropriately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to classification and APO to understand any specific requirements or limitations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the classifications and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or patches if the issue is related to a known bug.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to manage classifications.
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the APO configuration settings related to product master data and classifications.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.