How To Fix 29682 - Multiple BOM / variant BOMs already exist

29682 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 682

• Message text: Multiple BOM / variant BOMs already exist

What causes this issue?

You have changed one of the following indicators in the modification
parameters:
Mult. BOM inactive
Variant BOM inactive

System Response

The system checks the <DS:GLOS.technical_type>technical type</> of all
existing BOMs.

How to fix this error?

You see this warning message because multiple BOMs or variant BOMs are
already maintained.
Before you set this indicator, check these multiple BOMs or variant
BOMs.
If you set one of these indicators, you can continue to maintain
existing alternatives and variants.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29682 - Multiple BOM / variant BOMs already exist ?

  The SAP error message 29682, which states "Multiple BOM / variant BOMs already exist," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a Bill of Materials (BOM) in SAP, and the system detects that there are already multiple BOMs or variant BOMs defined for the same material and plant combination. This can lead to confusion in production planning and inventory management, as the system cannot determine which BOM to use.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate BOM Entries: There are multiple BOMs defined for the same material and plant, which can happen due to data entry errors or incorrect configuration.
  Variant BOMs: If you are working with variant BOMs, there may be multiple variants defined for the same base material.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the BOM management may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Existing BOMs: Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM) to check for existing BOMs