How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_B2B014 - Validity of &1 with key &2 has been restricted in source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_B2B -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Validity of &1 with key &2 has been restricted in source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_B2B014 - Validity of &1 with key &2 has been restricted in source ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_B2B014 indicates that there is a restriction on the validity of a specific object (identified by key &2) in the source system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business-to-Business (B2B) integration scenarios, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data that is being synchronized or exchanged between systems.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Restrictions: The object identified by key &2 may have been restricted in terms of its validity period or status. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  The object is marked as inactive or obsolete.
  The validity period of the object has expired.
  The object is not allowed for certain transactions or processes due to business rules.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the source system that restrict the use of certain objects based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data is being synchronized between systems, there may be discrepancies or issues in the data transfer that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Status: Verify the status of the object with key &2 in the source system. Ensure that it is active and within its validity period.
  
  
  Review Validity Period: If the object has a validity period, check if it is still valid. If it has expired, you may need to update the validity dates.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the source system to ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the object from being used.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the source system is consistent and correctly synchronized with any other systems involved. This may involve checking for any recent changes or updates that could have affected the object.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate the object in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  B2B Integration: Familiarize yourself with the B2B integration processes and configurations in your SAP environment, as this error is often related to those areas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.