C2228 - No availability check for components without a material number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 228

• Message text: No availability check for components without a material number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2228 - No availability check for components without a material number ?

  The SAP error message C2228, "No availability check for components without a material number," typically occurs in the context of production planning or when dealing with bill of materials (BOM) in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to perform an availability check for components that do not have a material number assigned to them.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The most common cause of this error is that one or more components in the BOM or production order do not have a valid material number assigned.
  Incorrect BOM Configuration: The BOM may be incorrectly configured, leading to components being defined without material numbers.
  Component Type: The component may be a non-stock item or a service that does not require a material number.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data setup for the materials involved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS03) and check the components listed in the BOM. Ensure that all components have valid material numbers.
  If any components are missing material numbers, you will need to update the BOM to include the correct material numbers.
  
  
  
  Review Production Order:
  
  If the error occurs during the processing of a production order, check the order details (CO02) to ensure that all components are correctly defined with material numbers.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the components are supposed to have material numbers but do not, you may need to create or update the material master records (MM01/MM02) for those components.
  
  
  
  Check Component Type:
  
  If the component is a service or a non-stock item, ensure that the system is configured to handle such items appropriately. You may need to adjust the settings for availability checks in the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to availability checks and BOMs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CO02: Change Production Order
  MM01/MM02: Create/Change Material Master
  
  
  Availability Check Configuration: The availability check can be configured in the material master under the "MRP" view. Ensure that the settings are appropriate for the materials involved.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the C2228 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.