How To Fix BOM333 - Plant in source is different to that in the target. Unable to copy.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 333

• Message text: Plant in source is different to that in the target. Unable to copy.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM333 - Plant in source is different to that in the target. Unable to copy. ?

  The SAP error message BOM333 ("Plant in source is different to that in the target. Unable to copy.") typically occurs when you are trying to copy a Bill of Materials (BOM) from one plant to another, but the source and target plants do not match. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are using transaction codes like CS01 (Create BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM).
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the BOM you are trying to copy is associated with a different plant than the one you are trying to copy it to. In SAP, BOMs are plant-specific, meaning that each plant can have its own unique BOM for the same material.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Source and Target Plants:
  
  Ensure that you are copying the BOM from the correct source plant and that you are trying to copy it to the correct target plant. Verify the plant codes in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Create a New BOM for the Target Plant:
  
  If you need the same BOM in the target plant, you may need to create a new BOM for that plant instead of copying. You can do this by using transaction CS01 and entering the target plant details.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct BOM Type:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct BOM type for the target plant. Different BOM types may have different configurations and requirements.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Make sure that the BOM in the source plant is active and not locked or in a status that prevents copying.
  
  
  
  Use the BOM Transfer Functionality:
  
  If you need to transfer BOMs between plants, consider using the BOM transfer functionality available in SAP, which allows for the transfer of BOMs while maintaining the necessary plant-specific details.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are still facing issues, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a Material
  CS12: Display BOM for a Material (Multi-Level)
  
  
  
  BOM Types:
  
  Different BOM types (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) may have different rules and configurations.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM copying and plant configurations.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BOM333 error and successfully manage your BOMs across different plants in SAP.