How To Fix SRM_REGISTRY085 - Classification parameter does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_REGISTRY - Registry Maintenance

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Classification parameter does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_REGISTRY085 - Classification parameter does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SRM_REGISTRY085, which states "Classification parameter does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when the system is unable to find a specific classification parameter that is expected to be present in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Classification Parameter: The classification parameter that the system is trying to access may not have been defined or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings in the classification system or the relevant customizing settings in SRM.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the classification database or issues with the master data.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the classification parameters may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Classification Parameters:
  
  Go to the classification system (transaction CL02 or CL03) and verify if the required classification parameter exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the customizing settings in the SPRO transaction to ensure that the classification settings are correctly configured.
  Ensure that the relevant classification types and characteristics are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 to check for logs related to the error and identify any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the missing classification parameters.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation related to SRM and classification for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to classification (e.g., CL01, CL02, CL03) and SRM (e.g., BBP_PD, BBP_CUST).
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on SRM and classification management to understand the expected configurations and parameters.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SRM_REGISTRY085 error message.