How To Fix WN116 - Class & does not exist in class type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Class & does not exist in class type &

What causes this issue?

Class &V1& which was entered is not created in class type &V2&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the class type and class. In classification, create the class
under class type &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN116 - Class & does not exist in class type & ?

  The SAP error message WN116 indicates that a specific class does not exist in the specified class type. This error typically occurs in the context of working with classification in SAP, where you are trying to access or manipulate a class that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Class Not Created: The class you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Class Type: The class type you are using may be incorrect or does not match the class you are trying to reference.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the class.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) and check if the class exists in the specified class type.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction code CL01 (Create Class).
  
  
  
  Verify Class Type:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct class type when trying to access the class. You can check the class type in the classification system documentation or configuration.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the class. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the classification data is intact.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to classification and class management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  CL24: Class Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to classification errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.