How To Fix /PLMI/PRT_BO008 - Global template &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PRT_BO -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Global template &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO008 - Global template &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO008 Global template &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a global template that has not been defined or is not available in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Project Management or Project System modules, particularly when dealing with templates for project planning or management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Template: The specified global template (indicated by &1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created, deleted, or not properly transported from another system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be incorrectly configured, leading to the inability to find the specified template.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the global template.
  Transport Issues: If the template was supposed to be transported from another system (e.g., development to production), the transport may not have been executed successfully.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Template Existence: Verify if the global template exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CJ20N for Project Management) and checking the list of available templates.
  Create or Restore Template: If the template does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or another system where it exists.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the global template. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Transport Check: If the template was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the template was included.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific global template to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items), or CJI5 (Project Actual/Plan/Variance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Project Management and templates for more detailed guidance on creating and managing global templates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.