How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_B2B011 - No source BOM found for synchronization unit &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_B2B -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: No source BOM found for synchronization unit &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_B2B011 - No source BOM found for synchronization unit &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_B2B011 No source BOM found for synchronization unit &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when dealing with Bill of Materials (BOM) synchronization in a B2B (Business-to-Business) scenario. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a source Bill of Materials (BOM) for the specified synchronization unit.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that there is no BOM defined for the material or synchronization unit specified in the error message.
  Incorrect Configuration: The synchronization unit may not be correctly configured or may not be linked to the appropriate BOM.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the BOM tables or incorrect material master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify if a BOM exists for the specified synchronization unit. You can do this by using transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM is correctly defined for the material.
  Create or Update BOM: If no BOM exists, you may need to create one using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM). Ensure that the BOM is correctly linked to the material and synchronization unit.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to BOM synchronization and ensure that the synchronization unit is correctly set up.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all necessary data is present and correctly linked. This may involve checking the material master data and BOM tables.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access BOM data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01, CS02, CS03, and CS12 for BOM management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM synchronization and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BOM management and PLM processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  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.