How To Fix /SRMSMC/CMN_BL090 - The report &1 can be executed on the buy side only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CMN_BL -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: The report &1 can be executed on the buy side only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL090 - The report &1 can be executed on the buy side only ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL090 indicates that a specific report can only be executed on the buy side of the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or similar modules where there are distinct functionalities for the buy side (procurement) and sell side (sales).
  Cause:
  
  Report Limitation: The report you are trying to execute is designed to work only with buy-side data. This means that the report is not applicable or does not have the necessary data on the sell side.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that restrict the execution of certain reports to specific sides of the business process.
  User Role/Authorization: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to access buy-side data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Report Documentation: Review the documentation for the report to confirm that it is intended for buy-side execution only. This will help you understand its limitations.
  Switch to Buy Side: If you need to run the report, ensure that you are in the correct context (buy side). This may involve navigating to the appropriate transaction or module within SAP SRM.
  User Authorization: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access buy-side reports. If not, you may need to work with your SAP security team to adjust user roles.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you believe the report should be executable in your context, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance or clarification.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates regarding the report.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the buy side in SAP SRM, such as BBP_PD for purchase orders or BBP_CTR for contracts.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the differences between buy-side and sell-side functionalities in SAP SRM to avoid confusion in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and understand the context in which the report can be executed.