How To Fix /SCDL/AF_CORE003 - Class &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF_CORE -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Class &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF_CORE003 - Class &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF_CORE003 Class &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a class that has not been defined or is not available in the current context. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules, particularly when dealing with master data or planning functions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Class Definition: The class specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incomplete implementation.
  Transport Issues: If the class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the class, leading to the system being unable to find it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system may be pointing to a class that has been deleted or renamed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Existence: 
  
  Use transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to check if the class exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the configuration that references it.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the class was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the class is included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the class. You may need to consult with your security team to verify the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: 
  
  Review the configuration settings in the relevant areas (e.g., master data, planning functions) to ensure that they are correctly pointing to the existing classes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL02, CL03, and others related to class management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.