How To Fix 29743 - BOM group & for document & is not valid on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 743

• Message text: BOM group & for document & is not valid on &

What causes this issue?

You want to edit BOM group &V1& for document &V2&. You have entered the
valid-from date &V3&.
You cannot edit the BOM group on this date, as the BOM group is not
valid on &V3&.

System Response

The system checks the valid-from date of the BOM header.

How to fix this error?

Please find out the validity period of the BOM group.
To display the BOM group over its entire validity period, proceed as
follows:
Choose <LS>Document BOM -> BOM group -> Display</>.
Delete all entries in the validity section of the screen by entering
the special character "!" at the beginning of each field.
Choose the <LS>Goto</> menu, function <LS>More -> Variant overview.</>
You see a list of all existing variant BOMs in the selected BOM group,
with the validity period of each.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29743 - BOM group & for document & is not valid on & ?

  The SAP error message 29743 typically indicates that there is an issue with a Bill of Materials (BOM) group or document that is not valid for the specified date or context. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create, change, or display a BOM.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid BOM Group: The BOM group specified may not exist or may not be valid for the given material or plant.
  Date Validity: The BOM may not be valid for the date specified. BOMs can have validity periods, and if the date falls outside this range, the system will throw this error.
  Document Type Issues: The document type associated with the BOM may not be valid or may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the BOM group or document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Group: Verify that the BOM group exists and is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the BOM group configuration in SAP.
  Validate Dates: Ensure that the BOM is valid for the date you are trying to use. You can check the validity dates in the BOM master data.
  Review Document Type: Check if the document type is correctly set up and valid for the BOM you are working with. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or configuration team.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the BOM. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to work with BOMs.
  BOM Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the BOM master data structure and how it is maintained in SAP.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.