How To Fix BOM_S4000 - Material and Usage are mandatory inputs

BOM_S4000 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM_S4 - BOM messages for S/4 HANA Fiori Apps

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Material and Usage are mandatory inputs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM_S4000 - Material and Usage are mandatory inputs ?

  The SAP error message BOM_S4000, which states "Material and Usage are mandatory inputs," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a Bill of Materials (BOM) in SAP without providing the required fields for material and usage. This error is common in the BOM creation process, particularly in the context of the SAP ERP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The material number is not provided or is incorrect. The system requires a valid material number to associate the BOM with a specific material.
  Missing Usage: The usage field, which indicates the application or context in which the BOM is used (e.g., production, engineering, etc.), is not filled in. This field is essential for the system to understand how the BOM will be utilized.
  Incorrect Transaction: You may be using a transaction that does not support BOM creation or modification without these mandatory fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BOM_S4000 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Number:
  
  Ensure