How To Fix /SCTM/BAPI035 - BAPI &1: schedule &2 does not have an external ID in BSG &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/BAPI -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: BAPI &1: schedule &2 does not have an external ID in BSG &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI035 - BAPI &1: schedule &2 does not have an external ID in BSG &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI035 indicates that there is an issue with a scheduling object in the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) system, specifically related to the Business Scenario Group (BSG). The error message states that the specified schedule does not have an external ID associated with it in the given BSG.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing External ID: The primary cause of this error is that the schedule you are trying to reference does not have an external ID assigned to it in the specified Business Scenario Group. This can happen if the schedule was created without properly linking it to an external ID or if the external ID was deleted or not maintained correctly.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that link schedules to their external IDs.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the SCM system that prevent the proper assignment of external IDs to schedules.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Schedule Configuration: Verify the configuration of the schedule in question. Ensure that it has been assigned an external ID in the relevant BSG. You can do this by navigating to the schedule in the SCM system and checking its properties.
  
  
  Assign External ID: If the schedule does not have an external ID, you may need to assign one. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction or configuration settings in the SCM module.
  
  
  Review BSG Settings: Check the settings for the Business Scenario Group (BSG) to ensure that it is correctly configured to accept schedules with external IDs.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the database that may be causing this issue. This may involve checking the relevant database tables for missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or solutions based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP SCM that deal with scheduling and BSG configurations, such as /SCTM/SCM or /SCTM/BSG.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as they may contain fixes or workarounds.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.