How To Fix BOM054 - The BOM of an existing procurement product cannot be deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 054

• Message text: The BOM of an existing procurement product cannot be deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM054 - The BOM of an existing procurement product cannot be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message BOM054 indicates that you are trying to delete a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a procurement product that is currently in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and production planning within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Dependencies: The BOM you are trying to delete is linked to existing production orders, purchase orders, or other documents that reference it.
  Active Usage: The BOM is actively being used in production or procurement processes, making it unavailable for deletion.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in SAP may prevent the deletion of BOMs that are still in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the BOM, check for any existing production orders, purchase orders, or other documents that reference the BOM. You can use transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to find related documents.
  
  
  Delete or Change Dependent Documents: If you find any dependent documents, you may need to delete or change them before you can delete the BOM. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  Use the BOM Change Function: Instead of deleting the BOM, consider using the BOM change function (transaction code CS02) to modify the BOM as needed. This may be a more appropriate action if you need to update the BOM rather than remove it entirely.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that there are no restrictions on deleting BOMs. This may require assistance from your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on BOM management and the specific error message.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), and CS12 (BOM Level Display).
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific uses within your organization.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify BOMs in your SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the BOM054 error and manage your BOMs effectively within SAP.