How To Fix RAP_PLMI_SPC056 - Composition header cannot be created; Customizing is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RAP_PLMI_SPC -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Composition header cannot be created; Customizing is not consistent

What causes this issue?

There are two Customizing activities that are considered when creating a
new composition header item. These are the following:
Logistics ? General -> Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) -> PLM Web
User Interface -> Recipe Development -> Specification Management ->
Specification -> Additional Information for Value Assignment -> Specific
Settings for Recipe Development -> Define Settings for Specification
APIs
Logistics ? General -> Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) -> PLM Web
User Interface -> Recipe Development -> Specification Management ->
Specification Database Structure -> Settings for Value Assignment ->
Specify Value Assignment Types
If the usage defined in the first Customizing is not consistent with the
Usage profile defined in the second, the API cannot create a new
composition header.

System Response

The call fails.

How to fix this error?

Either give the same usage in the second Customizing that is set in the
first as Usage profile (this can be set in Customizing activity:
Logistics ? General -> Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) -> PLM Web
User Interface -> Recipe Development -> Specification Management ->
Specification -> Additional Information for Value Assignment -> Usage ->
Specify Usage Profiles), or correct the Usage profile according to your
needs.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RAP_PLMI_SPC056 - Composition header cannot be created; Customizing is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message RAP_PLMI_SPC056, which states "Composition header cannot be created; Customizing is not consistent," typically occurs in the context of the SAP RAP (Rapid Application Programming) model when there is an inconsistency in the customizing settings related to the composition header of a business object.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Customizing Settings: The error usually indicates that there are inconsistencies in the configuration settings for the business object or its associated components. This could be due to missing or incorrect entries in the customizing tables.
  Missing Dependencies: The composition header may depend on other objects or settings that are not properly defined or activated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the composition header.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model definitions, such as missing associations or incorrect definitions in the CDS (Core Data Services) views.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Customizing Settings: Review the customizing settings for the business object in question. Ensure that all required entries are present and correctly configured.
  Validate Data Model: Check the data model definitions, including the CDS views and associations. Ensure that all necessary components are defined and that there are no missing references.
  Review Dependencies: Ensure that all dependencies required for the composition header are correctly set up and activated.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the inconsistency arises.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the RAP model and the specific business object to identify any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on RAP and related components, which may provide insights into best practices for configuration.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.