How To Fix LRM_BS015 - Data for determining inheriting instances &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM_BS - IRM - Business Suite

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Data for determining inheriting instances &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM_BS015 - Data for determining inheriting instances &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message LRM_BS015 indicates that there is an issue with the data required to determine inheriting instances for a specific object or instance in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Logistics or Business Suite applications, where the system is trying to access or process data related to business objects, but the necessary data is missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find the necessary data for the specified instance (indicated by &1). This could be due to:
  
  The instance has not been created or does not exist in the database.
  The data has been deleted or is not properly maintained.
  There are inconsistencies in the data model or configuration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the business objects or the relationships between them, leading to the inability to determine inheriting instances.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data, leading to the appearance that the data does not exist.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Existence: Verify that the instance referenced by &1 actually exists in the database. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes that relate to the object in question.
  
  
  Data Maintenance: If the instance does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that the necessary data is properly maintained. This could involve:
  
  Creating the missing master data.
  Ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the business object. Ensure that all necessary relationships and dependencies are correctly set up.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify where the data retrieval is failing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or transaction you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the underlying data structures.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the LRM_BS015 error and implement a solution to resolve it.