How To Fix 6P485 - BOM explosion number & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6P - Messages for planned independent requirements (Appl.area 60)

• Message number: 485

• Message text: BOM explosion number & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6P485 - BOM explosion number & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 6P485 indicates that the Bill of Materials (BOM) explosion number does not exist. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified BOM explosion number during the processing of a production order, sales order, or any other related transaction that requires BOM data.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect BOM Explosion Number: The specified BOM explosion number may have been entered incorrectly or may not exist in the system.
  BOM Not Created: The BOM for the material in question has not been created or has been deleted.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be inactive or not valid for the specified plant or production version.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect links between materials and their BOMs.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify BOM Explosion Number: Check the BOM explosion number entered in the transaction. Ensure it is correct and corresponds to an existing BOM.
  Check BOM Existence: Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to verify if the BOM exists for the material and plant in question.
  Create or Update BOM: If the BOM does not exist, create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM). If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Check BOM Validity: Ensure that the BOM is valid for the relevant plant and production version. You can check this in the BOM details.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and access BOM data.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate any underlying data issues or system configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and their relevance to your production processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.