How To Fix BAPI1080026 - The BOM is assigned an invalid technical type=&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 026

• Message text: The BOM is assigned an invalid technical type=&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BAPI1080026 - The BOM is assigned an invalid technical type=& ?

  The SAP error message BAPI1080026 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) in the system, specifically that the BOM is assigned an invalid technical type. This error typically arises when trying to create or modify a BOM using a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) and the technical type of the BOM is not recognized or is incorrectly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Technical Type: The BOM may have been assigned a technical type that does not exist or is not valid in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BOM settings or in the material master data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the BOM or the materials involved.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be affecting the standard behavior of BOM processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM configuration settings in the SAP system and verify that the technical types are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the BOM type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the materials involved in the BOM. Ensure that they are correctly set up and that their technical types are valid.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Technical Types:
  
  If you are using a custom technical type, ensure that it is properly defined in the system. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or development team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM) to check the BOM for any inconsistencies or errors.
  If necessary, correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the BAPI call to see where the error is being triggered and gather more information about the invalid technical type.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and their respective technical types.
  BAPI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand its parameters and requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to BOMs include CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), and CS11 (Display BOM for a material).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message BAPI1080026.