How To Fix /PLMI/BO_MBOM031 - Item does not exist or access authorizations are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_MBOM -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Item does not exist or access authorizations are missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MBOM031 - Item does not exist or access authorizations are missing ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_MBOM031 Item does not exist or access authorizations are missing typically occurs in the context of working with Bill of Materials (BOM) or related master data in SAP. This error can arise due to a few reasons:
  Causes:
  
  
  Non-Existent Item: The item you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the item number or the item not being created yet.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to access the item. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in related tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the BOM or the related module may not be set up correctly.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Item Existence:
  
  Check if the item number you are trying to access exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) or MM03 (Display Material) to see if the item is present.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the item. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the BOM and related data. You can use transaction CS15 (BOM Level Structure) to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the item is supposed to exist and the user has the right authorizations, review the configuration settings related to BOMs and materials. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), MM01 (Create Material), and MM02 (Change Material).
  Authorization Objects: Understand the relevant authorization objects that control access to BOMs and materials, such as M_MATE_WRK (Material Master: Work Center) and M_MATE_MA (Material Master: General Data).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and user manuals related to BOM management and authorization management for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.