How To Fix BOM005 - Use message type &2 to distribute &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Use message type &2 to distribute &1

What causes this issue?

The BOM object of type &V1& fulfills the chosen selection criteria and
is therefore displayed in the selection list. However, it cannot be
distributed with the selected message type.

System Response

The system locks the BOM object for post selection and ignores it
during distribution. The BOM object is not distributed via ALE.

How to fix this error?

If you want to distribute the bill of material, use message type &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

For each BOM object you distribute, you should use the message type
that is given in the <LS>Selection</> column:
,,STTMAT,, Distribute material variants
,,PALMAT,, Distribute plant assignments
,,BOMMAT,, Distribute material BOMs
,,BOMDOC,, Distribute document structures
,,BOMORD,, Distribute order BOMs

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 BOM005 - Use message type &2 to distribute &1 ?

  The SAP error message BOM005 ("Use message type &2 to distribute &1") typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) management within SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the distribution of BOM data, specifically that the system is expecting a certain message type to be used for the distribution process.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type specified in the distribution process is not appropriate for the BOM data being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the message control settings for BOM distribution.
  Missing Data: Required data for the distribution process may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the distribution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BOM005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Message Type:
  
  Verify the message type being used for the distribution. Ensure that it matches the expected type for the BOM data you are trying to distribute.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for BOM distribution (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant settings under "Logistics - General" > "Master Data" > "Bill of Materials" > "BOM Distribution".
  Ensure that the message types are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary BOM data is complete and correctly maintained. Check for any missing components or incorrect settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform BOM distribution. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction for BOM distribution, ensure that you are using the correct one that corresponds to the message type required.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on BOM distribution and the specific message types involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Types: In SAP, message types are used to control the communication and distribution of data between different systems or modules. Each message type has specific settings and purposes.
  BOM Management: Bill of Materials is a critical component in manufacturing and production planning, as it defines the components and materials required to produce a product.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM distribution and the BOM005 error message.
  
  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.