How To Fix /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST003 - Geometric instance &1 is not part of the PSM explosion result

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Geometric instance &1 is not part of the PSM explosion result

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST003 - Geometric instance &1 is not part of the PSM explosion result ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST003 indicates that a geometric instance (often related to a product structure or a bill of materials) is not part of the result of a Product Structure Management (PSM) explosion. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Production Planning modules, where geometric instances are used to represent components in a product structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The geometric instance may not be correctly configured in the system, or it may not be included in the relevant product structure.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing links between the geometric instance and the product structure.
  Incorrect PSM Settings: The settings for the PSM explosion may not be correctly defined, leading to the exclusion of certain instances.
  Versioning Issues: The geometric instance may belong to a different version of the product structure that is not currently active or being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the geometric instance.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Structure: Verify that the geometric instance is correctly included in the product structure. You can do this by reviewing the bill of materials (BOM) or the relevant product structure in the system.
  Validate Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the geometric instance are correct and that it is properly linked to the product structure.
  Review PSM Settings: Check the settings for the PSM explosion to ensure that all necessary instances are included in the explosion results.
  Check Versioning: Make sure that you are working with the correct version of the product structure and that the geometric instance is part of that version.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the geometric instance and the related product structure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS03 (Display BOM), CS11 (Display BOM with components), or C223 (Change PSM settings) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.