How To Fix BOS01016 - No outline level exists with short text & or service index

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS01 - Customer BOS Processing

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No outline level exists with short text & or service index

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS01016 - No outline level exists with short text & or service index ?

  The SAP error message BOS01016 indicates that there is no outline level associated with the specified short text or service index in the context of a business operation or service order. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or other modules where structured data is expected.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Outline Level: The primary cause of this error is that the system is unable to find a corresponding outline level for the specified short text or service index. This could be due to:
  
  The outline level not being defined in the system.
  The short text or service index being incorrectly entered or not existing in the database.
  Data inconsistencies or corruption in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the project or service order settings that prevent the outline level from being recognized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the outline levels.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Outline Levels: Verify that the outline levels are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and checking the outline level definitions.
  Ensuring that the short text or service index you are trying to use is correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being entered is correct. Double-check the short text and service index for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to the project or service order to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the outline levels. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJ02: Change Project
  CJ03: Display Project
  
  
  
  Tables: Understanding the relevant tables (e.g., PROJ, PRPS) can help in diagnosing data-related issues.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of outline levels.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BOS01016 error and implement a suitable solution.