How To Fix BOM617 - An error occured when importing the BOMs

BOM617 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 617

• Message text: An error occured when importing the BOMs

What causes this issue?

An error occured when importing the BOMs. Please check whether all
import parameters were filled and repeat the corresponding operation.

System Response

The system is unable to display the BOM.

How to fix this error?

Check that you have entered the correct data into all the fields.
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM617 - An error occured when importing the BOMs ?

  The SAP error message BOM617 indicates that there was an issue when importing Bill of Materials (BOMs). This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being imported may not be in the correct format or may contain invalid characters.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields in the BOM data may be missing or incorrectly filled.
  Inconsistent Data: The BOM data may reference materials or components that do not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to import BOMs.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the import process from completing successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the BOM data is in the correct format as required by SAP. Validate the structure and data types of the fields.
  Validate Required Fields: