How To Fix /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT242 - BOM ID &1 status is 'Inactive'; cannot be copied to a new version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT -

• Message number: 242

• Message text: BOM ID &1 status is 'Inactive'; cannot be copied to a new version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT242 - BOM ID &1 status is 'Inactive'; cannot be copied to a new version ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT242 BOM ID &1 status is 'Inactive'; cannot be copied to a new version indicates that you are trying to copy a Bill of Materials (BOM) that is currently marked as inactive. Inactive BOMs cannot be copied or modified in the system until they are reactivated.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive BOM: The BOM you are trying to copy has been set to an inactive status. This could be due to various reasons, such as the BOM being obsolete, replaced by a new version, or simply not in use anymore.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent copying of inactive BOMs to ensure data integrity and avoid errors in production or planning processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reactivate the BOM:
  
  Navigate to the BOM maintenance transaction (usually CS02 for changing BOMs).
  Enter the BOM ID and check its status.
  If the BOM is inactive, you can reactivate it by changing its status to active. This may involve changing