How To Fix BOM622 - The reference material is not maintained as an individual requirement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 622

• Message text: The reference material is not maintained as an individual requirement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM622 - The reference material is not maintained as an individual requirement ?

  The SAP error message BOM622 ("The reference material is not maintained as an individual requirement") typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary configuration for a reference material that is expected to be treated as an individual requirement in the BOM.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The reference material is not set up correctly in the system to be treated as an individual requirement. This could be due to missing entries in the BOM or the material master.
  Incorrect BOM Type: The BOM type being used may not support individual requirements for the reference material.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record for the reference material may not have the necessary settings to allow it to be treated as an individual requirement.
  Usage of BOM: The BOM may be configured for a different usage that does not allow for individual requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS02) and check the BOM for the reference material. Ensure that the reference material is included correctly and that it is set up to allow for individual requirements.
  
  
  
  Material Master Settings:
  
  Check the material master record (MM03) for the reference material. Ensure that the relevant views (like MRP view) are correctly maintained and that the material is set up to allow for individual requirements.
  
  
  
  BOM Type:
  
  Verify that the BOM type being used supports individual requirements. You may need to create a new BOM with the correct type if the current one does not support this feature.
  
  
  
  Check MRP Settings:
  
  Ensure that the MRP settings for the reference material are correctly configured. This includes checking the MRP type and ensuring that it is set to allow for individual requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to BOM management and individual requirements to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM)
  MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on BOM configuration.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to BOMs and material masters.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in BOM and material management.