42It necessarily follows from this that a decision based on Article 87(1) and (3) EC which, while classifying the measure in question as State aid, declares it compatible with the common market, must be regarded as a challengeable act under Article 230 EC. Such a decision of compatibility within the meaning of Article 87(1) and (3) EC also has a final character and does not constitute a preparatory measure.
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