How To Fix BOM013 - Selection finds & BOMs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Selection finds & BOMs

What causes this issue?

You have entered selection criteria on the initial screen to define
which BOMs you want to be distributed. There are &V1& BOMs that meet
the criteria. Please note that this is only a preselection. For an
actual selection, more criteria need to be taken into account.

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?

If the resulting quantity of data is greater than you expected, check
whether you have restricted your selection enough on the initial
screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM013 - Selection finds & BOMs ?

  The SAP error message BOM013 ("Selection finds & BOMs") typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a Bill of Materials (BOM) in SAP, and the system is unable to find any BOMs that match the selection criteria you have provided. This can happen in various transactions related to BOMs, such as creating, displaying, or changing BOMs.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria you have entered do not match any existing BOMs in the system. This could be due to incorrect material numbers, plant codes, or other parameters.
  BOM Not Created: The BOM you are trying to access may not have been created yet for the specified material or plant.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOMs.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the BOM master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that you are using the correct material number, plant, and other relevant parameters.
  Create BOM: If the BOM does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., CS01 for creating a BOM).
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access BOMs. You may need to contact your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  Use Wildcards: If you are unsure of the exact material number or other criteria, consider using wildcards (e.g., *) to broaden your search.
  Check BOM Status: Ensure that the BOM is not marked for deletion or is in a status that prevents it from being accessed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on BOM management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to BOMs include:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and ensure you are working with the correct type.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM processing that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.