How To Fix PS_MSGS028 - WBS BOM updation failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PS_MSGS - Message class for bom updation for PS

• Message number: 028

• Message text: WBS BOM updation failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PS_MSGS028 - WBS BOM updation failed. ?

  The SAP error message PS_MSGS028 indicates that there was a failure in updating the Bill of Materials (BOM) for a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element. This error typically occurs in the context of project management and can be related to various issues. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The WBS element may not have the necessary data or may contain incorrect data that prevents the BOM from being updated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to update the BOM for the specified WBS element.
  Locked Objects: The WBS element or related objects may be locked by another user or process, preventing updates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the project system or BOM settings that are causing the update to fail.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the WBS or BOM that need to be resolved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all required fields for the WBS element and BOM are filled out correctly. Validate the data for any inconsistencies.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the update. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Unlock Objects: If the WBS element or related objects are locked, identify the user or process that has locked them and resolve the lock.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the project system and BOM to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with a functional consultant or SAP Basis team.
  Analyze Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into why the update failed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CS01 (Create BOM), and CS02 (Change BOM) to manage WBS and BOM effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PS_MSGS028 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.