How To Fix BOM251 - Consistency check when creating BOM header & was not successful

BOM251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Consistency check when creating BOM header & was not successful

INCLUDE EWB_NA_CONSISTENCY_CHECK OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM251 - Consistency check when creating BOM header & was not successful ?

  The SAP error message BOM251 indicates that there is a consistency check failure when creating a Bill of Materials (BOM) header. This error typically arises due to issues with the data being entered or the configuration of the BOM. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields in the BOM header may not be filled out correctly or are left blank.
  Invalid Material Number: The material number specified may not exist or may not be valid in the system.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The plant specified in the BOM header may not be valid or may not be assigned to the material.
  BOM Status Issues: The BOM may be in a status that does not allow for creation or modification.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the BOM itself, such as duplicate entries or incorrect data types.
  Authorization Issues: