How To Fix BOM042 - &1 = &2 may not be greater than &3 = &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 042

• Message text: &1 = &2 may not be greater than &3 = &4

What causes this issue?

Fields &V1& and &V3& describe a value set, where &V1& defines the lower
limit and &V3& the upper limit. Therefore the value in &V1& may not be
greater than that in &V3&. However, you have attempted to assign the
value &V2& to &V1& and the value &V4& to &V3&.

System Response

The system cancels processing.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the value in field &V3& is greater than or the same as the
value in field &V1&.

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 BOM042 - &1 = &2 may not be greater than &3 = &4 ?

  The SAP error message BOM042 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Materials (BOM) configuration, specifically related to the quantities or values defined in the BOM. The message format suggests that a certain value (represented by &1) is not allowed to exceed another value (represented by &3). 
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity of a component in the BOM is set to a value that exceeds the allowed maximum quantity for that particular assembly or product.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the BOM settings or in the material master data that leads to this inconsistency.
  Data Entry Error: Incorrect data entry while creating or modifying the BOM can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BOM042 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS02 or CS03) and review the BOM for the affected material.
  Verify the quantities of the components and ensure they do not exceed the maximum allowed values.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for both the assembly and the components involved. Ensure that the settings (like maximum quantities) are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Quantities:
  
  If you find that the component quantity is indeed greater than the allowed maximum, adjust the quantity to a permissible value.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for BOM configuration in your organization to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the BOM again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to BOM errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BOM042 error in SAP.