How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_R2X056 - BOM does not exist; synchronization is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_R2X -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: BOM does not exist; synchronization is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_R2X056 - BOM does not exist; synchronization is not possible ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_R2X056 BOM does not exist; synchronization is not possible typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when working with Bill of Materials (BOM) data. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a BOM (Bill of Materials) for a specific material or product, which is necessary for synchronization processes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that the BOM for the specified material does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number being referenced may be incorrect or not properly defined in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems or modules within SAP.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the PLM or BOM management settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM exists for the material in question. If it does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number you are using is correct. You can check this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  
  
  
  Check for Synchronization Issues:
  
  If you are working with multiple systems (e.g., SAP ERP and SAP PLM), ensure that the data synchronization settings are correctly configured and that the systems are properly connected.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access BOM data. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to BOM management and PLM to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the BOM was recently created or modified, ensure that any transport requests have been properly moved to the relevant environment (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  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: Review SAP documentation related to BOM management and PLM for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  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 for further assistance.