How To Fix 881005 - Error while exploding BOM: Matl &1, alternative &2, plant &3, usage &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Error while exploding BOM: Matl &1, alternative &2, plant &3, usage &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881005 - Error while exploding BOM: Matl &1, alternative &2, plant &3, usage &4 ?

  The SAP error message 881005, which states "Error while exploding BOM: Matl &1, alternative &2, plant &3, usage &4," typically occurs during the process of exploding a Bill of Materials (BOM) in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the BOM explosion for a specific material, alternative, plant, and usage.
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The specified material may not have a BOM defined in the system for the given plant and usage.
  Incorrect Alternative BOM: The alternative BOM specified may not exist or may not be valid for the material in question.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM may not be maintained for the specified plant.
  Usage Issues: The BOM usage may not be correctly defined or may not match the requirements for the material.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the BOM data, such as missing components or incorrect component quantities.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that the BOM exists for the specified material, alternative, plant, and usage. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  Review BOM Alternatives: Ensure that the alternative BOM specified is valid and correctly maintained. You can check this in the BOM master data.
  Plant Configuration: Confirm that the BOM is maintained for the correct plant. If not, you may need to create or modify the BOM for the specified plant.
  Usage Verification: Check the BOM usage to ensure it is appropriate for the context in which you are trying to explode the BOM.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the BOM data to identify any missing components or discrepancies. You can use transaction CS15 to analyze the BOM structure.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manipulate BOM data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS15: Display BOM Level
  
  
  BOM Usage: Understand the different usages of BOMs (e.g., production, sales, engineering) and ensure that the correct usage is being referenced.
  Alternative BOMs: Familiarize yourself with how alternative BOMs work in SAP and how they can be configured for different scenarios.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.