How To Fix M_OBOM_WB_GNRL012 - You can only display data for this installed base category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M_OBOM_WB_GNRL - OEWB: allgemeine Fehlermeldungen

• Message number: 012

• Message text: You can only display data for this installed base category

What causes this issue?

You cannot process installed bases in this category with this
transaction.

System Response

You can only display the installed base.

How to fix this error?

To process installed bases in this category, use the Order Engineering
Workbench transaction (OBOM_WB_MAIN).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M_OBOM_WB_GNRL012 - You can only display data for this installed base category ?

  The SAP error message M_OBOM_WB_GNRL012 indicates that you are trying to access or display data for an installed base category that is not permitted for the current user or context. This typically occurs in the context of working with Object-Based BOMs (Bill of Materials) or installed base management in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate data for the specific installed base category.
  Configuration Settings: The installed base category may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be set up for display in the current context.
  Data Context: The data you are trying to access may not be relevant or available for the specific installed base category you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the installed base category. This can be done by checking the user roles in transaction SU01 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Installed Base Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the installed base categories in the system. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the relevant module (e.g., Logistics, Plant Maintenance).
  Ensure that the installed base category is correctly defined and that the necessary settings are in place to allow for data display.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct transaction code or application to access the data. Sometimes, specific transactions are designed for certain categories or types of data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Object-Based BOMs and installed base management to understand any specific requirements or limitations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) if you are working with BOMs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the installed base functionality, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the specific processes and limitations related to installed base management in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.