How To Fix BOM332 - Error during delete: of &1 records, &2 records were updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Error during delete: of &1 records, &2 records were updated

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE EWB_TXT_INTERNAL_ERROR1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Cause is an error during delete of table PRST.
INCLUDE EWB_TXT_INTERNAL_ERROR3 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM332 - Error during delete: of &1 records, &2 records were updated ?

  The SAP error message BOM332 typically occurs when there is an issue while trying to delete a Bill of Materials (BOM) record. The message indicates that while attempting to delete a certain number of records (&1), some records (&2) were updated instead of being deleted. This can happen due to various reasons, including dependencies, authorizations, or data integrity issues.
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The BOM you are trying to delete may be linked to other objects (like production orders, purchase orders, etc.). If there are dependent objects that reference the BOM, the system may prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete certain BOM records, leading to an update instead of a deletion.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the data that prevent the deletion of the BOM records.
  
  
  Status of BOM: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., if it is marked as "in use" or "locked").
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependent objects that may be linked to the BOM. You can use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if there are any references to the BOM in production orders, sales orders, etc. If there are dependencies, you may need to delete or modify those objects first.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the BOM has the necessary authorizations. You can check this with your SAP security team or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the BOM data to identify any issues. You can use transaction CS15 (BOM where-used list) to see where the BOM is being used.
  
  
  Change BOM Status: If the BOM is in a status that prevents deletion, you may need to change its status or unlock it before attempting to delete it again.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CS02 (Change BOM) to make necessary changes or CS01 (Create BOM) to create a new BOM if needed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more specific guidance related to BOM management and error handling.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01, CS02, CS03, CS15, and CS12 for BOM management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM management and the specific error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BOM332 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.