How To Fix BAPI1080018 - Item ID=& is not assigned to a variant/alternative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Item ID=& is not assigned to a variant/alternative

What causes this issue?

Each item must be assigned to at least one variant/alternative.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the input data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BAPI1080018 - Item ID=& is not assigned to a variant/alternative ?

  The SAP error message BAPI1080018 indicates that an item ID is not assigned to a variant or alternative in the context of a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call. This error typically arises when trying to process a material or item that is expected to have a specific configuration or variant, but the system cannot find the necessary assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The item ID you are trying to use is not assigned to any variant or alternative in the system. This could happen if the item has not been properly configured or if the assignment was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Item ID: The item ID being referenced may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the variant configuration tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the variant/alternative data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item ID: Verify that the item ID you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the material master or relevant configuration settings.
  Assign Variant/Alternative: If the item ID is valid but not assigned to a variant, you will need to create the necessary assignment. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the material or product.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., CU50 for variant configuration) and ensure that the item is properly assigned to a variant.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for the item to ensure that all necessary configurations and assignments are in place. This may involve reviewing the material master, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and routing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to manage variants and alternatives for the item in question.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the BAPI has the necessary authorizations to access the variant/alternative data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the specific BAPI documentation for details on the parameters and expected data formats.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and CU50 (Variant Configuration) for managing materials and variants.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the BAPI call to trace where the error occurs and gather more context about the data being processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.