How To Fix BAPI1080001 - Basic data for (BOM) groups missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BAPI1080 - Message - BAPIS for BOR object BUS1080 (Mat. BOMs)

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Basic data for (BOM) groups missing

What causes this issue?

For each BOM group to be copied into the SAP System, an entry has to be
transferred into the table BOMGROUP. This contains the
BOM group basic data
Common identification of the objects belonging to the BOM group
(variants, items, subitems, texts) in the form of a unique group
definition of up to 32 characters (BOM_GROUP_IDENTIFICATION).
Such an entry is missing from the table BOMGROUP.

System Response

The data transferred into the remaining tables VARIANTS, ITEMS and so
on, is ignored.
The system skips to the transfer of the next BOM group.

How to fix this error?

Check the input data.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BAPI1080001 - Basic data for (BOM) groups missing ?

  The SAP error message BAPI1080001 indicates that there is missing basic data for Bill of Materials (BOM) groups when trying to execute a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) related to BOMs. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a BOM and the system cannot find the necessary data associated with the BOM group.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Group Data: The BOM group you are trying to use does not have the required basic data defined in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Group: The BOM group specified in the BAPI call may not exist or may be incorrectly referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the BAPI may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM group data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BOM settings that prevent the system from recognizing the BOM group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM group configuration in SAP (Transaction Code: CS01 or CS02).
  Ensure that the BOM group you are trying to use is correctly defined and has all the necessary data filled in.
  
  
  
  Verify BOM Group Existence:
  
  Use transaction CS03 to display the BOM and check if the BOM group exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using CS01.
  
  
  
  Review BAPI Input Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the parameters being passed to the BAPI are correct, especially the BOM group field.
  Double-check for any typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the BAPI has the necessary authorizations to access and modify BOM data.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the BAPI call to see where it fails and gather more information about the missing data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM (Bill of Materials): A BOM is a comprehensive list of raw materials, components, and assemblies required to manufacture a product.
  BAPI: BAPIs are standardized programming interfaces that allow external applications to interact with SAP systems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like CS01, CS02, CS03, and CS11 for creating, changing, displaying, and managing BOMs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.