How To Fix /SAPSLL/CON_CORE003 - Missing classification: commodity code for material & doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CON_CORE -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Missing classification: commodity code for material & doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CON_CORE003 - Missing classification: commodity code for material & doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CON_CORE003 Missing classification: commodity code for material & doesn't exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) or when dealing with foreign trade and customs processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a commodity code classification for a specific material, which is essential for customs declarations and compliance with trade regulations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Commodity Code: The material in question does not have an assigned commodity code in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be properly maintained, leading to missing classifications.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the classification system in SAP GTS or the relevant modules.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the data is being transferred from another system, there may have been an error in the transfer process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign Commodity Code:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM02).
  Navigate to the relevant views (usually the Foreign Trade or Classification views).
  Assign the appropriate commodity code to the material.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary fields in the material master are filled out correctly.
  Verify that the material is set up for foreign trade and that the relevant views are activated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP GTS or the relevant module to ensure that the classification system is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for commodity codes and classifications are in place.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to ensure that all materials have the required classifications.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 to check the relevant tables for missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up commodity codes and classifications.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Commodity Codes: These are standardized codes used to classify goods for international trade. They are essential for customs declarations and compliance with trade regulations.
  Material Master Data: This is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, which includes various views such as basic data, purchasing, sales, and foreign trade.
  SAP GTS: SAP Global Trade Services is a solution that helps companies manage their global trade processes, including compliance with trade regulations and customs management.
  
  By addressing the missing commodity code and ensuring that the material master data is correctly maintained, you should be able to resolve the error message.