How To Fix 29716 - No BOM found for equipment/usage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 716

• Message text: No BOM found for equipment/usage

What causes this issue?

You want to allocate the BOM for the specified equipment to a further
plant.
However, no BOM exists for this equipment and usage.

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?

Please check the entries/data in both the equipment and usage fields.
If the data is correct, you must enter the equipment BOM and then you
can make the desired allocation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29716 - No BOM found for equipment/usage ?

  The SAP error message "29716 No BOM found for equipment/usage" typically occurs when the system is unable to find a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific piece of equipment or usage type in the context of maintenance or production planning. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a maintenance order, perform a work order, or when executing a production order.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that a BOM has not been created for the specified equipment or usage type.
  Incorrect Equipment/Usage: The equipment number or usage type specified may be incorrect or not properly linked to a BOM.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be inactive or not released for use.
  Plant/Location Issues: The BOM may not be available for the specific plant or location where the equipment is being used.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the equipment master or BOM master.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Update BOM:
  
  Check if a BOM exists for the equipment. If not, create a new BOM using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  If a BOM exists but is not linked correctly, update the BOM or link it to the correct equipment.
  
  
  
  Verify Equipment and Usage:
  
  Ensure that the equipment number and usage type are correct. You can check the equipment master data using transaction code IE03 (Display Equipment).
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Verify that the BOM is active and released. You can check the status of the BOM using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  
  
  
  Plant/Location Check:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is valid for the specific plant/location where the equipment is being used. You can check this in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies. This can involve checking the links between equipment and BOMs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on BOM management and equipment usage.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  IE03: Display Equipment
  IW31: Create Maintenance Order
  IW32: Change Maintenance Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOMs and equipment.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs and equipment data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message "29716 No BOM found for equipment/usage" in SAP. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.