How To Fix WW650 - This material is not an object in the Classification System

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

• Message number: 650

• Message text: This material is not an object in the Classification System

What causes this issue?

No link was found to the Classification System (class type 026). This
link is normally created automatically in SAP Retail material
maintenance.
Alternatively, it is possible that the object does not have the status
necessary for classification: status 1 (= released).

System Response

No changes are made in the Classification System. All other
reclassifications are carried out.

How to fix this error?

If further problems arise, the link to the Classification System will
have to be created manually/using a conversion program (such as a
material conversion program).
Start the reclassification run for this object again or contact your
system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW650 - This material is not an object in the Classification System ?

  The SAP error message WW650, which states "This material is not an object in the Classification System," typically occurs when you attempt to classify a material that has not been properly set up in the classification system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to assign characteristics to a material or when attempting to use classification-related functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Classified: The material you are trying to classify has not been assigned to a class in the classification system.
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not be configured to allow classification.
  Missing Class Assignment: The material may not be assigned to any class in the classification system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the classification data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Classification:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check if the material is assigned to a class.
  If it is not assigned, you can assign it to a class using transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class).
  
  
  
  Assign Material to a Class:
  
  If the material is not classified, you can classify it by going to the classification view in the material master and assigning it to the appropriate class.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the material type is configured to allow classification. This can be checked in the material type settings in the customizing (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify classification data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction CL01/CL02:
  
  If you need to create or modify a class, use transaction CL01 to create a new class or CL02 to change an existing class.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on how to classify materials and manage the classification system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Classification System: The classification system in SAP allows you to categorize materials and other objects based on characteristics. This is useful for reporting and analysis.
  Material Master: The material master is a central repository of information about materials in SAP, and it includes various views, including classification.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CL01: Create Class
  CL02: Change Class
  CL03: Display Class
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.