How To Fix BOS03002 - Note line and service line w. unrestr. qty will not be copied to costing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS03 - Costing: Sales Documents with BOS

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Note line and service line w. unrestr. qty will not be copied to costing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS03002 - Note line and service line w. unrestr. qty will not be copied to costing ?

  The SAP error message BOS03002 indicates that there is an issue with copying note lines and service lines with unrestrained quantities to costing. This typically occurs in the context of service procurement or when dealing with service-related purchase orders in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Unrestricted Quantity: The error suggests that there are note lines or service lines in the purchase order that have unrestricted quantities. This means that the system is unable to process these lines for costing purposes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the copying of certain line items to the costing process.
  Incomplete Data: The service line or note line may be missing required data that is necessary for the costing process.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on how lines are processed, which can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Purchase Order: Check the purchase order for any note lines or service lines that have unrestricted quantities. Ensure that these lines are correctly defined and that the quantities are appropriate for costing.
  Adjust Quantities: If the quantities are indeed unrestricted, consider adjusting them to a restricted quantity that can be processed for costing.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to service procurement and costing. Ensure that the settings allow for the copying of note lines and service lines.
  Complete Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields for the service lines and note lines are filled out correctly. Missing information can lead to issues in processing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to purchase orders and service procurement, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order) and ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the processing of service lines and note lines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the BOS03002 error and implement a suitable solution.