How To Fix XR018 - Account group &1 does not exist, check classification assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XR - CRM Business Partner Data Exchange

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Account group &1 does not exist, check classification assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XR018 - Account group &1 does not exist, check classification assignment ?

  The SAP error message XR018, which states "Account group &1 does not exist, check classification assignment," typically occurs in the context of the classification system in SAP, particularly when dealing with material master data or classification data.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Account Group: The account group specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the account group has not been created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The classification system may not be properly configured to recognize the account group.
  Missing Assignment: The account group may not be assigned to the relevant classification or object type.
  Transport Issues: If the system is newly set up or if changes were transported from another system, the account group may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Group: Verify that the account group specified in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code OBD4 to check account groups for the relevant application (e.g., customer, vendor).
  
  
  
  Create Account Group: If the account group does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., OUGS for creating account groups).
  
  
  Check Classification Assignment: Ensure that the account group is correctly assigned to the classification type you are working with. You can check this in the classification settings:
  
  Use transaction code CL02 to check the classification type and ensure that the account group is included.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for the classification system to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including account groups, were included.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the account group, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), and CL03 (Display Class) for managing classification.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify account groups and classification settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XR018 error and ensure that your classification system is functioning correctly.