How To Fix /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT024 - Building Block or Building Block version does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Building Block or Building Block version does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT024 - Building Block or Building Block version does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT024 indicates that a specific Building Block (BB) or Building Block version does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Solution Manager, particularly when dealing with Change Management or Solution Documentation.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Building Block: The Building Block you are trying to access or reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the name or ID of the Building Block.
  Version Issues: The specific version of the Building Block you are trying to use may not be available. This can happen if the version was deleted or never created.
  Transport Issues: If the Building Block was supposed to be transported from another system (like a development system to a production system), and the transport did not occur successfully, it may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the Building Block, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Existence: Check if the Building Block or its version exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP Solution Manager (e.g., transaction /SMB/BB for Building Blocks) and searching for the Building Block.
  Check Versioning: Ensure that you are referencing the correct version of the Building Block. If necessary, create a new version or restore the required version if it was deleted.
  Transport Check: If the Building Block was supposed to be transported, verify the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful. If it failed, you may need to re-transport the Building Block.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to access the Building Block. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify or adjust your authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to Building Blocks and their management in your version of SAP Solution Manager.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the Building Block or Building Block version not existing in your SAP system.