How To Fix CM_EAM_TL_API196 - Authorization group for BOM with number &1 and category &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EAM_TL_API - Message class for eam task list API

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Authorization group for BOM with number &1 and category &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API196 - Authorization group for BOM with number &1 and category &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API196 indicates that there is an issue with the authorization group for a Bill of Materials (BOM) in the system. Specifically, the error states that the authorization group for the BOM with the specified number and category could not be found. This typically occurs when trying to access or manipulate a BOM that is associated with an authorization group that does not exist or is not properly configured in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Group: The specified authorization group for the BOM does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Configuration: The BOM may have been created with an incorrect or non-existent authorization group.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM due to missing roles or permissions.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the BOM or the authorization groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Authorization Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD1 (or the relevant transaction for managing authorization groups) and verify if the authorization group specified in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the BOM configuration to use a valid authorization group.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Settings:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 to display the BOM and check the authorization group assigned to it.
  If the authorization group is incorrect, you may need to change it to a valid one using transaction code CS02 (Change BOM).
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOM. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG.
  If necessary, assign the appropriate roles that include access to the relevant authorization groups.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Security team to investigate further and ensure that the authorization groups are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to ensure that there are no data inconsistencies related to BOMs and authorization groups.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  OMD1: Manage Authorization Groups
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM authorization groups.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on BOM management and authorization groups.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CM_EAM_TL_API196 error message.