How To Fix /SMB/BB_BUILDER205 - Scope Item &1 of Customer Solution &2 is not in Scope

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_BUILDER -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Scope Item &1 of Customer Solution &2 is not in Scope

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_BUILDER205 - Scope Item &1 of Customer Solution &2 is not in Scope ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_BUILDER205 indicates that a specific scope item is not included in the scope of the customer solution you are working with. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA Cloud implementations, where scope items define the functionalities and processes that are available to a customer.
  Cause:
  
  Scope Item Not Activated: The scope item you are trying to access or use has not been activated in the project scope.
  Incorrect Project Configuration: The project configuration may not include the necessary scope items that are required for the functionality you are trying to implement.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the version of the solution you are using and the scope items available for that version.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the scope item.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Project Scope:
  
  Go to the project management area in your SAP system.
  Review the scope items that have been activated for your project.
  If the required scope item is not activated, you will need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate Scope Item:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can activate the scope item by navigating to the scope management section and selecting the appropriate scope item to include it in your project.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Best Practices documentation for your specific solution to understand which scope items are available and how to activate them.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the scope item. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust the user roles.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific implementation and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Best Practices Explorer: This is a useful tool to explore available scope items and their descriptions.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Implementation Guide (IMG): The IMG in your SAP system can provide detailed steps on how to configure and activate scope items.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.