How To Fix 29691 - No BOM exists for WBS element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 691

• Message text: No BOM exists for WBS element

What causes this issue?

You see this message in the following situations:
You want to display or change a WBS element and material in a specific
plant with a specific usage. However, no BOM matches the data you
entered.
You have entered a WBS BOM to copy from. However, no BOM matches the
data you entered.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.
Follow the procedure for your processing situation:
1.)
Correct the WBS element, material, plant, and usage, and press ENTER or
choose <ZH>WBS BOM</> --> <ZH>Create</> to create the BOM.
2.)
Correct the WBS element, material, plant, and usage for copying from.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29691 - No BOM exists for WBS element ?

  The SAP error message "29691 No BOM exists for WBS element" typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a production order, project, or other related activities that require a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element, but the system cannot find a BOM associated with that WBS element.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The primary cause of this error is that there is no BOM defined for the specified WBS element in the system.
  Incorrect WBS Element: The WBS element you are trying to use may not be correctly set up or may not be linked to a BOM.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not released for use.
  Plant Assignment: The BOM may not be assigned to the correct plant or may not be valid for the plant associated with the WBS element.
  Project Structure: The project structure may not be correctly defined, leading to the inability to find the BOM.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Assign a BOM:
  
  Check if a BOM exists for the WBS element. If not, you will need to create one.
  Use transaction code CS01 to create a new BOM or CS02 to modify an existing one.
  Ensure that the BOM is assigned to the correct plant and is active.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is released and not in a draft or inactive state. You can check this using transaction code CS03 to display the BOM.
  
  
  
  Verify WBS Element:
  
  Confirm that the WBS element is correctly defined and that it is linked to the appropriate project and structure.
  Use transaction code CJ20N to check the project structure and WBS elements.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is assigned to the correct plant that corresponds to the WBS element. You can check this in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for your specific SAP implementation, as there may be custom configurations or processes in place.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can access the SAP Support Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CJ20N: Project Builder (to check WBS elements)
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., material BOM, equipment BOM) and ensure you are using the correct type for your WBS element.
  
  
  Integration with Project Systems: Familiarize yourself with how BOMs integrate with SAP Project Systems (PS) and how they are used in project planning and execution.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the necessary BOM is in place for your WBS element.