How To Fix 06837 - Error during generation of sub-items of category & for item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 837

• Message text: Error during generation of sub-items of category & for item &

What causes this issue?

An internal error has occurred during the generation of sub-items.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06837 - Error during generation of sub-items of category & for item & ?

  The SAP error message 06837, which states "Error during generation of sub-items of category & for item &," typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning when there is an issue with the generation of sub-items in a bill of materials (BOM) or a similar structure.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect BOM Structure: The BOM may have an incorrect structure or missing components that prevent the system from generating sub-items.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like material master records or routing information) may be missing or incomplete.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system settings related to the item categories or BOM settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as invalid item categories or incorrect settings in the material master.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Structure: Review the BOM structure for the item in question to ensure that all components are correctly defined and that there are no missing items.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (material master, routing, etc.) is complete and correctly configured.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for item categories and BOM settings in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure. This may require the assistance of an SAP technical consultant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), or CS01 (Create BOM) to check and modify BOMs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on BOM management and item categories.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.