How To Fix STEP418 - Class &1: Material &2 cannot be configured or classified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STEP - ISO 10303 STEP Mapping Messages

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Class &1: Material &2 cannot be configured or classified

What causes this issue?

Only configurable materials can be configured with the specified class
type.

System Response

Classification is ignored.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STEP418 - Class &1: Material &2 cannot be configured or classified ?

  The SAP error message "STEP418 Class &1: Material &2 cannot be configured or classified" typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or classification in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to classify or configure the specified material due to certain issues. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Classification Data: The material may not have been assigned to the appropriate class or may lack the necessary classification data.
  Incorrect Configuration Profile: The configuration profile assigned to the material might be incorrect or missing.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type may not be allowed for configuration or classification.
  Incomplete Master Data: The material master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  Class Assignment Issues: The material may not be assigned to the correct class or may not have the required characteristics defined in the class.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or configure the material.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Classification:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction MM03) and check if the material is assigned to the correct class.
  Ensure that the necessary characteristics are defined for the class.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  Verify that the configuration profile assigned to the material is correct and complete.
  Check if the configuration profile is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Material Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the material type allows for configuration. You can check this in the material type settings in the customizing (transaction SPRO).
  
  
  
  Complete Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in the material master are filled out correctly. This includes basic data, purchasing data, and sales data.
  
  
  
  Class Assignment:
  
  If the material is not assigned to a class, assign it to the appropriate class that contains the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform configuration or classification tasks. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  CL02: Change Class
  CU50: Configuration Profile
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on variant configuration and classification to ensure that all necessary steps are followed when setting up materials for configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the "STEP418" error message in SAP. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.