How To Fix /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT018 - Passed Building Block ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Passed Building Block ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT018 - Passed Building Block ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT018 Passed Building Block ID &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP's Solution Manager or when dealing with Change Management processes. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a Building Block (BB) that does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Building Block: The Building Block ID specified in the error message does not exist in the database. This could be due to a typo, or the Building Block may have been deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be misconfigured, leading to references to Building Blocks that are not valid.
  Transport Issues: If the Building Block was supposed to be transported from another system (like Development to Production) and the transport failed or was not executed, it may not exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Building Block ID: Check the Building Block ID mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Check Existence in the System: Use transaction codes like /SMB/BB or relevant reports to check if the Building Block exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  Review Change Management Configuration: Ensure that the Change Management settings are correctly configured and that all necessary Building Blocks are defined.
  Transport Requests: If the Building Block is supposed to exist due to a transport request, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful. If it failed, you may need to re-transport it.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.