How To Fix PLMDISCALC032 - Alternative &1 used in table &2, but not available on the DB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLMDISCALC - Messages for LLC calculation

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Alternative &1 used in table &2, but not available on the DB

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLMDISCALC032 - Alternative &1 used in table &2, but not available on the DB ?

  The SAP error message PLMDISCALC032 indicates that an alternative (in this case, &1) is referenced in a specific table (indicated by &2), but it is not available in the database. This typically occurs in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where alternatives for materials or products are defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The alternative specified in the error message may not have been created or may have been deleted from the database.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as a mismatch between the master data and the transactional data.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration settings that manage how alternatives are handled in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the data was recently transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the alternative may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data: Verify that the alternative specified in the error message exists in the database. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., MARA, MARC, or PLM-specific tables) to see if the alternative is listed.
  Create or Restore Alternative: If the alternative is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the data. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to alternatives in the PLM module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that the transport was successful.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and PLMD (Product Lifecycle Management) transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Product Lifecycle Management and alternative management to understand how alternatives are supposed to function within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.