How To Fix /SMB/BB_INSTALLER079 - Building block & used in & scope item: Cannot add a Prereq. BB

/SMB/BB_INSTALLER079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_INSTALLER -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Building block & used in & scope item: Cannot add a Prereq. BB

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER079 - Building block & used in & scope item: Cannot add a Prereq. BB ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER079 typically indicates an issue related to the installation or configuration of a building block (BB) in the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) or SAP S/4HANA Cloud. This error specifically points out that a prerequisite building block cannot be added to the specified scope item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Prerequisite Building Block: The building block you are trying to add has a prerequisite that is not installed or activated in your system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the scope item or the building block settings.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the building block you are trying to add may not be compatible with the existing components in your system.
  Dependency Issues: There may be other dependencies that are not met, preventing the addition of the prerequisite building block.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Prerequisites: Review the documentation for the building block you are trying to add and ensure that all prerequisite building blocks are installed