How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_R2X058 - Synchronization with existing BOM is disabled in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_R2X -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Synchronization with existing BOM is disabled in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_R2X058 - Synchronization with existing BOM is disabled in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_R2X058 Synchronization with existing BOM is disabled in Customizing typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when working with Bill of Materials (BOM) in the system. This error indicates that the synchronization feature between the existing BOM and the new BOM is disabled in the system's configuration settings.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the synchronization option for BOMs is not enabled in the Customizing settings of the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Settings: The relevant settings in the Customizing (SPRO) for BOM synchronization have not been activated.
  Business Process Requirements: The organization may have decided to disable synchronization for specific business processes or scenarios.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enable the synchronization feature in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter transaction code SPRO and press Enter.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Settings:
  
  Follow the path: SAP Reference IMG -> Product Lifecycle Management -> Product Structure Management -> Bill of Material -> Define BOM Synchronization.
  
  
  
  Enable Synchronization:
  
  Look for the option related to BOM synchronization and ensure that it is enabled. This may involve checking specific settings or flags that control the synchronization behavior.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After enabling synchronization, test the process that was previously generating the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM synchronization and its configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about enabling synchronization, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in PLM or BOM processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and enable synchronization for BOMs in your SAP system.