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

STEP418 - Overview

• 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

STEP418 - Details

• 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