How To Fix /PLMB/BA_RCP160 - Save is not possible for owner &1, between root GUID &2 and root GUID &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_RCP -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Save is not possible for owner &1, between root GUID &2 and root GUID &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP160 - Save is not possible for owner &1, between root GUID &2 and root GUID &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP160 Save is not possible for owner &1, between root GUID &2 and root GUID &3 typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when there is an issue related to the ownership or the relationships between objects in the system. This error indicates that there is a problem with saving data due to conflicts or inconsistencies in the ownership or relationships of the specified objects.
  Causes:
  
  Ownership Conflict: The owner specified in the error message may not have the necessary permissions or may not be the correct owner for the objects identified by the GUIDs.
  Inconsistent Relationships: There may be inconsistencies in the relationships between the objects, such as circular references or missing links.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being saved may violate integrity constraints defined in the system, such as foreign key constraints or business rules.
  Locking Issues: The objects may be locked by another user or process, preventing the save operation from completing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Ownership: Verify that the owner specified in the error message has the correct permissions and is indeed the owner of the objects in question. If necessary, reassign ownership to the correct user.
  Review Relationships: Examine the relationships between the objects identified by the GUIDs. Ensure that they are correctly defined and do not violate any business rules or constraints.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being saved to ensure it meets all required criteria and does not violate any integrity constraints.
  Unlock Objects: If the objects are locked, check with other users or processes to see if they can release the locks. You can also use transaction codes like SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the underlying data structures and relationships.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  User Permissions: Review user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user attempting to save the data has the necessary permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.