How To Fix /PLMI/CR_BO011 - Change number attribute &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/CR_BO -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Change number attribute &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/CR_BO011 - Change number attribute &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/CR_BO011 Change number attribute &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of change management or configuration management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with change numbers in the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is trying to access or manipulate a change number attribute that has not been defined or does not exist in the system. This could happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The change number attribute may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Data: The specific change number attribute referenced by &1 may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the change number attribute.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system being unable to find the specified attribute.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for change management in SAP and verify that the change number attributes are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the attribute referenced by &1 exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Change Number Attribute:
  
  If the attribute does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of the PLM module.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the change number attributes. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant consistency checks or reports in SAP to identify and resolve data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing change number attributes in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CWB1 (Change Number Management) or CWB2 (Change Number Overview) to manage change numbers effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.