How To Fix 29085 - Process materials not supported in BOM items


29085 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

  • Message number: 085

  • Message text: Process materials not supported in BOM items

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  • What causes this issue?

    You want to enter a process material (material of material of material
    type PROC) as a BOM item.
    You cannot enter a material of this material type as a BOM item.

    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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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29085 - Process materials not supported in BOM items ?
    The SAP error message 29085, "Process materials not supported in BOM items," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a Bill of Materials (BOM) that includes process materials, which are not supported in the context of the BOM you are working with. This error is often encountered in the context of production planning and material management.
    
    Cause: Process Materials: The error arises because the BOM is expected to contain materials that can be used in discrete manufacturing processes, but it includes process materials (like liquids or gases) that are not compatible with the BOM structure. BOM Type: The BOM type you are using may not support process materials. For example, a standard BOM (like a production BOM) may not allow for process materials, which are typically used in process industries.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of process materials in certain BOM

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