How To Fix BOM037 - Check object &/&/&/& (create)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Check object &/&/&/& (create)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM037 - Check object &/&/&/& (create) ?

  The SAP error message BOM037 typically indicates an issue related to the creation of a Bill of Materials (BOM). The message format "Check object &/&/&/&" suggests that there is a problem with the specified object, which could be a material, plant, or other related data.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Invalid Material Number: The material number specified in the BOM does not exist or is not valid in the system.
  Incorrect Plant: The plant specified may not be valid for the material or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Data: Required data for the BOM creation is missing, such as the base quantity or component details.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs for the specified object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BOM settings or related master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BOM037 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant:
  
  Check if the material number and plant specified in the BOM exist in the system.
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to verify the material details.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields for the BOM creation are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the components and their quantities are correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the BOM settings and related master data are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing BOMs:
  
  If you are trying to create a BOM for a material that already has an existing BOM, you may need to modify the existing BOM instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like CS01 (Create BOM) to attempt the creation again after verifying the above points.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM creation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM creation and management.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.