How To Fix /PLMI/ECR_BO073 - &1 &2 does not exist or access authorizations are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECR_BO -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: &1 &2 does not exist or access authorizations are missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO073 - &1 &2 does not exist or access authorizations are missing ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO073 &1 &2 does not exist or access authorizations are missing typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific business object or that the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access it. This error can occur in various contexts, particularly when working with SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) or related modules.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Business Object: The business object referenced by the identifiers &1 and &2 does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the object may not have been created yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to access the business object does not have the required authorizations. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in their user profile.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries or corrupted data.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the business object, especially if it was recently added or modified.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Check if the business object exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type or by querying the database directly.
  Ensure that the identifiers &1 and &2 are correct and correspond to valid entries.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Review the user’s roles and authorizations. Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include access to the specific business object.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you suspect data consistency issues, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any database inconsistencies or issues that may need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the business object was recently created or modified, ensure that all necessary configurations are in place. This may involve checking customizing settings in SPRO or related configuration transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SU01 (User Maintenance) for checking object definitions and user authorizations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific modules related to the business object in question for more detailed information on configuration and authorization requirements.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly access and manage business objects within the SAP system to minimize errors related to access and existence.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message effectively.