How To Fix 29762 - BOM group & for functional location & & is not valid on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 762

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

What causes this issue?

You want to edit BOM group &V1& for functional location &V2& in plant
&V3&. You entered the valid-from date &V4&.
You cannot edit the BOM group on this date, as the BOM group is not
valid on &V4&.

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 entire validity period, proceed as follows:
Choose <LS>Functional loc. 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 menu option <LS>Goto</>, function <LS>More -> Variant
overview.</>
You see a list of all existing variant BOMs of the selected BOM group
with their validity periods.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29762 - BOM group & for functional location & & is not valid on & ?

  The SAP error message "29762 BOM group & for functional location & is not valid on &" typically indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) group associated with a specific functional location in the system. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify a BOM for a functional location that does not have a valid BOM group assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid BOM Group: The BOM group specified for the functional location does not exist or is not valid for the specified date.
  Date Validity: The BOM group may not be valid for the date you are trying to use it. BOMs can have validity periods, and if the date falls outside this range, the system will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BOM settings or the functional location settings that need to be addressed.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the BOM group or functional location may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Group: Verify that the BOM group assigned to the functional location is valid. You can do this by navigating to the BOM group configuration in SAP and ensuring that it exists and is correctly set up.
  Validate Dates: Ensure that the date you are using falls within the validity period of the BOM group. If necessary, adjust the date or create a new BOM group that is valid for the required date.
  Review Functional Location: Check the functional location settings to ensure that it is correctly configured to use the specified BOM group.
  Create/Update BOM Group: If the BOM group does not exist or is not valid, you may need to create a new BOM group or update the existing one to ensure it is valid for the functional location and the specified date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing BOM groups and functional locations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) to manage BOMs.
  Master Data Management: Ensure that all relevant master data (like materials, BOM groups, and functional locations) is correctly maintained in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs and functional locations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in BOM and maintenance processes.