How To Fix BOS01097 - Entry of basic line for alt. line (&1) with (&2) missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS01 - Customer BOS Processing

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Entry of basic line for alt. line (&1) with (&2) missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS01097 - Entry of basic line for alt. line (&1) with (&2) missing ?

  The SAP error message BOS01097 indicates that there is a missing entry for a basic line in an alternative line item. This typically occurs in the context of bill of materials (BOM) or production orders where alternative components or lines are defined.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Basic Line Entry: The alternative line item you are trying to use does not have a corresponding basic line entry defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the BOM or production order that prevent the system from recognizing the relationship between the basic line and the alternative line.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the BOM or production order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BOS01097 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM/Production Order:
  
  Go to the BOM or production order in question and verify that the basic line item exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the alternative line item is properly linked to the basic line.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Entries:
  
  If the basic line entry is missing, you will need to create it. This can be done by navigating to the BOM or production order and adding the necessary basic line item.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for BOMs and alternative items in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the use of alternative lines and that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the BOM or production order to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling BOMs and alternative lines.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CS03 (Display BOM), CO03 (Display Production Order), or CS02 (Change BOM) to investigate and make changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs and production orders in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the BOS01097 error in your SAP system.