How To Fix /SCMB/ORG_UNIT001 - Field unit role is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORG_UNIT -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Field unit role is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT001 - Field unit role is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORG_UNIT001 Field unit role is not maintained typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the organizational unit configuration. This error indicates that a required role for a specific organizational unit has not been defined or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The organizational unit (like a plant, storage location, or distribution center) does not have a role assigned to it in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the organizational unit may not have been completed properly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the organizational unit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Organizational Unit Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to the relevant section for Supply Chain Management and check the configuration for organizational units.
  Ensure that the organizational unit in question has the necessary roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Maintain Unit Roles:
  
  Use transaction code /SCMB/ORG_UNIT to access the organizational unit maintenance screen.
  Select the organizational unit that is causing the error and check if the required roles are maintained.
  If roles are missing, add the necessary roles and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the organizational unit to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the organizational unit is active and properly linked to other relevant data.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the roles required for your organizational units.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/ORG_UNIT, SPRO, and others that may be useful for configuration and troubleshooting.
  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 maintain organizational units and roles.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or SCM functional team for further assistance.