How To Fix BOM012 - Please distribute plant allocations separately

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Please distribute plant allocations separately

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM012 - Please distribute plant allocations separately ?

  The SAP error message BOM012 ("Please distribute plant allocations separately") typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) processing, particularly when dealing with plant-specific allocations in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with how the allocations for different plants are being handled in the BOM.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when:
  
  Multiple Plants: You are trying to distribute allocations for multiple plants in a single operation, which is not allowed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration may not be set up to handle the distribution of plant-specific allocations correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where plant allocations are not specified correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BOM012 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Separate Distribution: Ensure that you are distributing allocations for each plant separately. This means you should perform the distribution process for one plant at a time rather than trying to do it for multiple plants in a single transaction.
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration: Review the configuration settings for BOMs in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for plant-specific allocations and that they are correctly defined.
  
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the entries in the BOM for any inconsistencies or errors. Make sure that each plant's allocation is correctly specified and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize the appropriate transaction codes for BOM processing, such as:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  CS12: Display BOM for a plant
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling BOMs and plant allocations.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM (Bill of Materials): A BOM is a comprehensive list of materials, components, and assemblies required to manufacture a product.
  Plant-Specific Allocations: In SAP, plant-specific allocations allow for different quantities or components to be assigned to different plants based on their production needs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to BOM processing and plant allocations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BOM012 error and successfully manage your plant allocations in SAP.