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

/SRMSMC/CMN_BL090 - Overview

• 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: