How To Fix BOM014 - No bill of material exists on &3 for &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 014

• Message text: No bill of material exists on &3 for &1/&2

What causes this issue?

You want to distribute BOM &V1&/&V2& via ALE. However, the BOM is
invalid on &V3&.

System Response

The system does not distribute the BOM.

How to fix this error?

Check the BOM's validity.
If you want to distribute <ZH>all</> BOMs with the change status for
another key date, enter another valid-from date on the initial screen.
If you only want to distribute <ZH>a certain</> BOM with the change
status for another key date, enter another valid-from date or a change
number on the selection 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 BOM014 - No bill of material exists on &3 for &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message BOM014 indicates that there is no bill of material (BOM) available for the specified material and plant combination. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform operations that require a BOM, such as production planning, material requirements planning, or when creating a production order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that a BOM has not been created for the specified material in the specified plant.
  Incorrect Material/Plant: The material number or plant specified in the transaction may be incorrect.
  BOM Status: The BOM may exist but could be inactive or not valid for the specified plant.
  BOM Type: The BOM type used may not be appropriate for the operation being performed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a BOM: If a BOM does not exist for the specified material and plant, you need to create one using the transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  
  Ensure you enter the correct material number and plant.
  Fill in the necessary details for the BOM items.
  
  
  
  Check Existing BOMs: Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM exists for the material and plant.
  
  If a BOM exists, verify that it is active and valid for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant: Double-check the material number and plant code you are using in your transaction to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  BOM Status: If the BOM exists but is not valid, you may need to change its status or create a new valid BOM.
  
  
  BOM Type: Ensure that the BOM type you are using is appropriate for the material and the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Create BOM for a reference material
  CS12: Display BOM for a reference material
  
  
  
  BOM Master Data: Familiarize yourself with the BOM master data and its configuration in SAP, including the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.).
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs in the system.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BOM014 error and ensure that the necessary BOM is in place for your operations.