How To Fix /PLMI/GSS_SI2B003 - Synchronization unit for delivered planning scope does not yet exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/GSS_SI2B -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Synchronization unit for delivered planning scope does not yet exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_SI2B003 - Synchronization unit for delivered planning scope does not yet exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/GSS_SI2B003 Synchronization unit for delivered planning scope does not yet exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP S/4HANA when there is an issue with the synchronization of planning data. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a synchronization unit that has not been created or does not exist for the specified planning scope.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Synchronization Unit: The synchronization unit for the specified planning scope has not been created or activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the planning area or planning scope settings.
  Data Model Issues: The data model may not be properly set up, leading to missing references for synchronization units.
  Transport Issues: If the planning scope was transported from another system, the synchronization unit may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create Synchronization Unit:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP IBP or S/4HANA and create the missing synchronization unit for the planning scope.
  Ensure that the synchronization unit is properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Scope Configuration:
  
  Review the planning scope configuration to ensure that all necessary components are included and correctly set up.
  Make sure that the planning area associated with the planning scope is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model:
  
  Check the data model to ensure that all necessary entities and relationships are correctly defined.
  If there are any discrepancies, correct them and regenerate the data model if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, manually create the synchronization unit in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on creating and managing synchronization units in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP IBP Documentation: Check the official SAP IBP documentation for detailed instructions on managing planning scopes and synchronization units.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your planning scope and synchronization units are correctly configured.