How To Fix 29706 - BOM for equipment & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 706

• Message text: BOM for equipment & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29706 - BOM for equipment & deleted ?

  The SAP error message 29706 typically indicates an issue related to a Bill of Materials (BOM) for equipment that has been deleted or is no longer valid. This error can occur in various contexts, particularly in maintenance and production planning modules where BOMs are essential for defining the components required for equipment or assemblies.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted BOM: The BOM associated with the equipment has been deleted from the system.
  Inactive BOM: The BOM may exist but is marked as inactive or not valid for the current date.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the equipment master data or BOM settings.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database, such as orphaned records or missing links between equipment and BOMs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Status: Verify if the BOM exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM is active and valid.
  Recreate BOM: If the BOM has been deleted, you may need to recreate it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  Check Validity Dates: Ensure that the BOM is valid for the date you are trying to use it. You can adjust the validity dates if necessary.
  Review Equipment Master Data: Check the equipment master data to ensure that it is correctly linked to the BOM. Use transaction code IE03 (Display Equipment) to review the equipment details.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data integrity issues. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for deeper analysis.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01, CS02, CS03 (BOM management), IE01, IE02, IE03 (Equipment management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to BOMs and equipment. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs and equipment data.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation for users involved in BOM management to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP configuration and troubleshooting.