How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_I2B014 - Validity of &1 with key &2 has been restricted in source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_I2B -

• 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_I2B014 - Validity of &1 with key &2 has been restricted in source ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_I2B014 Validity of &1 with key &2 has been restricted in source typically indicates that there is a restriction on the validity of a certain object (like a material, vendor, or customer) in the source system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during data transfer, integration processes, or when trying to access or manipulate data that has been restricted for some reason.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Restrictions: The object you are trying to access has been restricted in the source system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The object is marked as inactive or obsolete.
  The object has been restricted by a specific validity period.
  The object is subject to certain business rules or conditions that limit its use.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the source system that restrict the validity of certain objects based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the object may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Validity: Verify the validity of the object (e.g., material, vendor, etc.) in the source system. Ensure that it is active and not restricted by any validity dates or statuses.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings in the source system to understand why the object is restricted. This may involve checking settings related to the object type in question.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the object. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or others to investigate the object in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Integration Scenarios: If this error occurs during an integration scenario (e.g., using SAP PI/PO or other middleware), review the integration settings and mappings to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.