How To Fix BOM006 - Distribution is locked due to BOM status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Distribution is locked due to BOM status

What causes this issue?

The BOM that is indicated by the |@06@ icon does meet your selection
criteria, but it has a BOM status that does not allow ALE distribution.
You can use the BOM status to set whether or not a BOM can be
distributed via ALE.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to distribute this BOM, first select a status in the BOM
header that allows ALE distribution.
If you want to ignore the distribution lock for all BOMs, set the
<LS>Ignore distribution lock</> indicator on the initial screen.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM006 - Distribution is locked due to BOM status ?

  The SAP error message BOM006 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) distribution is locked due to the status of the BOM. This typically occurs when the BOM is in a status that prevents changes or distribution, such as being marked as "locked" or "inactive."
  Cause:
  
  BOM Status: The BOM may be in a status that restricts modifications or distribution. Common statuses include "locked," "inactive," or "not released."
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify or distribute the BOM.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent the distribution of BOMs in specific statuses.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Status: 
  
  Navigate to the BOM in question using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM).
  Check the status of the BOM. If it is locked or inactive, you may need to change its status to "active" or "released."
  
  
  
  Unlock the BOM:
  
  If the BOM is locked, you may need to unlock it. This can typically be done by changing the status in the BOM management screen.
  Ensure that the BOM is released for use.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify or distribute BOMs. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to BOM management for specific instructions on handling BOM statuses.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS12: Multi-level BOM
  CS13: Display BOM for a material
  
  
  
  BOM Status Management: Understanding how BOM statuses work in SAP is crucial. BOMs can have various statuses that dictate their usability, and managing these statuses is part of effective BOM administration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM distribution and locking mechanisms.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BOM006 error and successfully manage your BOMs in SAP.