How To Fix /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29470 - You are not authorized to delete the (alternative) BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29 -

• Message number: 470

• Message text: You are not authorized to delete the (alternative) BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29470 - You are not authorized to delete the (alternative) BOM ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/MBOM_MAP_29470 indicates that the user does not have the necessary authorization to delete a Bill of Materials (BOM), specifically an alternative BOM. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Manufacturing modules.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the user attempting to delete the BOM does not have the required authorization object in their user profile. SAP uses authorization objects to control access to various functions, including the ability to delete BOMs.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the BOM is currently being used in production or is locked for some reason, it cannot be deleted.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that restrict the deletion of BOMs based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Go to transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs. This will show you the authorization check that failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to BOM management, such as C_BOM_A (for BOM authorization) and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to delete BOMs.
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a system administrator or security officer should modify the user’s roles to include the required authorizations.
  This may involve adding the user to a role that has the necessary permissions or creating a custom role that includes the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Verify the status of the BOM you are trying to delete. If it is in use or locked, you may need to change its status or unlock it before deletion.
  You can check the BOM status using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to see if it is marked for deletion or if it is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or security team for specific authorization requirements related to BOM management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking authorizations and BOM status, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for BOM management in SAP, such as C_BOM_A.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue and successfully delete the BOM if it is appropriate to do so.