How To Fix BOM036 - Material variants were updated successfully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Material variants were updated successfully

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM036 - Material variants were updated successfully ?

  The SAP error message BOM036 ("Material variants were updated successfully") is not actually an error message but rather an informational message indicating that the system has successfully updated the material variants in the Bill of Materials (BOM). This message typically appears when you are working with material variants in the context of BOM management.
  Cause:
  
  The message is triggered when you perform an operation that involves updating material variants, such as creating, changing, or saving a BOM that includes material variants.
  It indicates that the system has processed the changes without any issues.
  
  Solution:
  Since BOM036 is an informational message rather than an error, there is no specific solution required. However, if you are looking to ensure that the updates were made correctly, you can:
  
  Verify Changes: Check the BOM to confirm that the material variants have been updated as expected.
  Review Logs: If you are concerned about the changes, you can review the change logs or history for the BOM to see what modifications were made.
  Testing: If you are in a development or testing environment, you can run tests to ensure that the material variants behave as expected in production scenarios.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Variants: In SAP, material variants allow for the management of different configurations of a base material. This is particularly useful in industries where products can be customized or have multiple variations.
  BOM Management: The Bill of Materials is a comprehensive list of materials, components, and assemblies required to manufacture a product. Managing BOMs effectively is crucial for production planning and inventory management.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to BOM management include:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS12: BOM Comparison
  
  
  
  If you encounter any issues beyond this informational message, it may be necessary to investigate further based on the specific context of your operations in SAP.