How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO037 - Document structure &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Document structure &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO037 - Document structure &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO037 Document structure &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when the system is unable to find a specified document structure. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect references.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Document Structure: The specified document structure (indicated by &1) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for document structures may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the document structure.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the document structure.
  Transport Issues: If the document structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Structure: Verify if the document structure exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like CVI1, CVI2, or CVI3 depending on your version) to check for the existence of the document structure.
  
  
  Create Document Structure: If the document structure does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the appropriate configuration transaction in SAP PLM.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for document structures are correct. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document structure. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to identify any data issues that may be causing the error. This can involve using transaction codes like SE11 to check the database tables related to document structures.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the document structure was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on PLM and document structures to understand how they are configured and managed.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP PLM.