How To Fix 29768 - Release BOM version & to create new version.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 768

• Message text: Release BOM version & to create new version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29768 - Release BOM version & to create new version. ?

  The SAP error message 29768 typically occurs when there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) versioning in the SAP system. This error indicates that you are trying to create a new version of a BOM, but the existing version is still active or has not been released. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Existing Active Version: The current BOM version is still active and has not been released. SAP does not allow the creation of a new version until the existing one is released.
  Version Management Settings: The settings for version management in the BOM configuration may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to release the BOM version.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Existing BOM Version:
  
  Navigate to the BOM transaction (e.g., CS02 for changing BOM).
  Select the existing BOM version that you want to release.
  Use the "Release" function to release the current version. This will allow you to create a new version.
  
  
  
  Check Version Management Settings:
  
  Ensure that the BOM version management settings are correctly configured in the system. This can be checked in the configuration settings for BOMs.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to release BOMs. This may require checking with your SAP security team to ensure the correct roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Create New Version:
  
  After releasing the existing version, you can proceed to create a new version of the BOM using the appropriate transaction (e.g., CS01 for creating BOM).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS12: Multi-level BOM
  
  
  BOM Status: Understand the different statuses of BOMs (e.g., active, inactive, released) and how they affect versioning.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and versioning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM versioning and error messages.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.