How To Fix BOM024 - Local BOM & & & cannot be deleted via ALE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Local BOM & & & cannot be deleted via ALE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM024 - Local BOM & & & cannot be deleted via ALE ?

  The SAP error message BOM024 indicates that a local Bill of Materials (BOM) cannot be deleted via Application Link Enabling (ALE). This error typically arises when there are restrictions or conditions that prevent the deletion of a BOM in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Local BOM Restrictions: The BOM you are trying to delete may be a local BOM, which means it is specific to a particular plant or storage location. Local BOMs often have specific rules regarding their deletion.
  Dependencies: The BOM may have dependencies, such as existing production orders, purchase orders, or other linked documents that prevent its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the BOM.
  ALE Configuration: There may be issues with the ALE configuration that prevent the deletion process from being executed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the BOM, check for any existing dependencies. Ensure that there are no active production orders, purchase orders, or other documents linked to the BOM.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CS02 (Change BOM) to manually delete the BOM if ALE is not required. This can sometimes bypass the restrictions imposed by ALE.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete BOMs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Review ALE Configuration: Check the ALE configuration settings to ensure that they are correctly set up for BOM deletion. This may involve reviewing the distribution model and ensuring that the necessary message types are configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to BOM management and ALE to understand any specific conditions or configurations that may apply.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if you suspect a bug.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), and CS03 (Display BOM) for managing BOMs.
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level, variant BOMs) and their specific characteristics.
  ALE Overview: Review the basics of ALE and how it is used for data distribution between different SAP systems or clients.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM deletion and ALE.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BOM024 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.