How To Fix /PLMI/RFO_SP003 - Select one item of item number &1 as "Alternative Used"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RFO_SP -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Select one item of item number &1 as "Alternative Used"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RFO_SP003 - Select one item of item number &1 as "Alternative Used" ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RFO_SP003 Select one item of item number &1 as "Alternative Used" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where alternative items are managed. This error indicates that the system requires you to select one of the alternative items for a specific item number, but none has been selected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected an alternative item for the specified item number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how alternatives are configured in the system.
  Data Integrity: The item number may not have any alternatives defined, or the alternatives may not be properly linked.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Alternative Item:
  
  Navigate to the relevant screen where the error occurred.
  Look for the section where alternative items are listed.
  Select one of the available alternatives for the specified item number.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the alternative items are correctly configured in the system.
  Verify that the item number has valid alternatives defined in the master data.
  
  
  
  Data Verification:
  
  Check the item master data to confirm that the alternatives are correctly assigned.
  If necessary, update the item master data to include the required alternatives.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing alternative items in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with item management and alternative items, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or PLM-specific transactions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to item data and select alternatives.
  Training: If you are new to SAP PLM or the specific module you are working with, consider undergoing training to better understand how to manage item alternatives.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in SAP.