How To Fix 29702 - BOM already exists for equipment/plant/usage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 702

• Message text: BOM already exists for equipment/plant/usage

What causes this issue?

One of the following situations triggered this message:
You want to create the item of equipment you entered as a variant of an
existing BOM (-> variant BOM).
This is only possible for equipments for which <ZH>no</> BOM has been
created yet.
However, a BOM already exists for the equipment in this plant and for
this usage.
You want to allocate an equipment BOM to an additional plant.
However, a BOM already exists for the equipment in the selected plant.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries for the equipment, plant, and BOM usage.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29702 - BOM already exists for equipment/plant/usage ?

  The SAP error message 29702, which states "BOM already exists for equipment/plant/usage," typically occurs when you are trying to create a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a piece of equipment or a plant that already has an existing BOM for the specified usage. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in Plant Maintenance (PM) or Production Planning (PP).
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate BOM Entry: The primary cause of this error is that a BOM with the same equipment, plant, and usage already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as using the wrong equipment number, plant code, or usage type.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that restricts the creation of multiple BOMs for the same equipment/plant/usage combination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing BOMs: 
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM already exists for the specified equipment, plant, and usage. 
  If a BOM exists, you can either modify it or create a new BOM with a different usage or for a different equipment/plant.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing BOM: 
  
  If the existing BOM is not suitable, you can modify it using transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) to add or remove components as needed.
  
  
  
  Create BOM with Different Parameters: 
  
  If you need a different BOM, consider using a different usage type or creating it for a different piece of equipment or plant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on BOM creation to ensure compliance with any specific requirements.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Usage: BOMs can have different usages (e.g., production, engineering, etc.), and each usage can have its own BOM. Make sure you are using the correct usage type.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a specific equipment
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to BOM creation.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.