How To Fix BOM604 - Alternative BOM &1 of the &2 was ignored

BOM604 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Alternative BOM &1 of the &2 was ignored

What causes this issue?

You have set the indicator <LS>Alternative priority</> and entered an
alternative. However, the BOM is not a
<DS:GLOS.3526C453AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>Multiple BOM.</>

System Response

The system ignores the entered alternative.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM604 - Alternative BOM &1 of the &2 was ignored ?

  The SAP error message BOM604 indicates that an alternative Bill of Materials (BOM) was ignored during processing. This typically occurs when the system encounters a situation where the specified alternative BOM is not valid or applicable for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Alternative BOM: The alternative BOM specified may not be valid for the material or the plant in question.
  BOM Status: The alternative BOM might be inactive or not released for use.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to determine which BOM to use may not match the conditions required for the alternative BOM.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BOM settings or the material master data.
  Missing Validity Dates: The alternative BOM may not be valid for the date of the transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Status: Verify that the alternative BOM is active and released. You can do this by navigating to the BOM in the SAP system and checking its status.
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