How To Fix /PLMI/RCA_CALC093 - Property spec. does not exist; manual composition not allowed for PO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RCA_CALC -

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Property spec. does not exist; manual composition not allowed for PO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC093 - Property spec. does not exist; manual composition not allowed for PO ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC093 Property spec. does not exist; manual composition not allowed for PO typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Recipe Management modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the property specification for a product or material, particularly when trying to perform manual composition for a Purchase Order (PO).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Property Specification: The error suggests that the property specification for the material or product you are trying to work with does not exist in the system. This could be due to incomplete master data setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the material or product may not allow for manual composition, which is often required for certain types of materials.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or product, such as missing links between the material and its property specifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Property Specifications:
  
  Navigate to the material master data and verify if the property specifications are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant property specifications are created and assigned to the material.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the material type and ensure that manual composition is allowed.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  Data Maintenance:
  
  If the property specification is missing, create it in the system. This may involve defining the properties and linking them to the relevant materials.
  Ensure that all necessary data is maintained in the material master, including classification and characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., PLM, Recipe Management) for additional guidance on property specifications and manual composition.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material), CT04 (Create Characteristic), or CL02 (Change Class) to manage material and property specifications.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify property specifications and material data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and data setup in your SAP environment.