How To Fix 87608 - This bill of material already exists. Please, check your entry!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 87 - Localization Croatia: Messages

• Message number: 608

• Message text: This bill of material already exists. Please, check your entry!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 87608 - This bill of material already exists. Please, check your entry! ?

  The SAP error message 87608, which states "This bill of material already exists. Please, check your entry," typically occurs when you are trying to create a new Bill of Material (BOM) in SAP, but the system detects that a BOM with the same key already exists in the database. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You may be attempting to create a BOM with the same material number, plant, and BOM usage as an existing BOM.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There might be a typo or incorrect data in the fields that are supposed to be unique.
  Different BOM Types: You might be trying to create a BOM with a different BOM type that already exists for the same material and plant.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were not cleaned up.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Existing BOMs: Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM already exists for the material and plant you are trying to create. If it does, you may need to modify the existing BOM instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  Verify Input Data: Double-check the data you are entering to ensure that it is correct and does not match any existing BOMs. Pay attention to the material number, plant, and BOM usage.
  
  
  Use Different BOM Type: If you need to create a different type of BOM, ensure that you are using a BOM type that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  Delete or Archive Old BOMs: If the existing BOM is no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving it if your business processes allow for it.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the existing BOMs or how to proceed, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague who has experience with BOM management in SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS01 - Create BOM
  CS02 - Change BOM
  CS03 - Display BOM
  CS12 - Display BOMs for a Material
  
  
  BOM Usage: Understand the different BOM usages (e.g., production, engineering) and ensure you are using the correct one.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM management that might be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your BOMs in SAP.