How To Fix /PLMI/BO_SPC_SAM003 - Specification &1 has an active Inherits To relationship

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_SPC_SAM -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Specification &1 has an active Inherits To relationship

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_SPC_SAM003 - Specification &1 has an active Inherits To relationship ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_SPC_SAM003 indicates that there is an issue with a specification in the SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module, specifically related to an "Inherits To" relationship. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform an action on a specification that has an active inheritance relationship with another specification.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The specification you are trying to modify or delete has an active "Inherits To" relationship with another specification. This means that the current specification is being used as a base for another specification, and any changes to it could affect the derived specification.
  The system prevents changes to ensure data integrity and consistency across related specifications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inheritance Relationships:
  
  Use the SAP transaction code CG02 (Change Material Specification) or CG03 (Display Material Specification) to check the details of the specification in question.
  Look for any active "Inherits To" relationships. You can find this in the "Inheritance" tab or section of the specification.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove the Relationship:
  
  If you need to make changes to the specification, you may need to first remove or deactivate the inheritance relationship. This can typically be done in the same transaction where you view the specification.
  Ensure that you understand the implications of removing the inheritance, as it may affect other specifications that rely on it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to specifications and inheritance relationships to understand the best practices and implications of modifying these relationships.
  
  
  
  Seek Assistance:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the changes could impact other areas of your system, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in PLM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CG02, CG03, CG01 (Create Material Specification), and PLM related transactions.
  Data Integrity: Always consider the impact of changes on data integrity and ensure that you have backups or a rollback plan if necessary.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with your work in SAP PLM.