C2290 - Material &1/&2: Components and operations can only be copied together

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Material &1/&2: Components and operations can only be copied together

What causes this issue?

In the material master for material &V1& in plant &V2&, an overall
profile with a change profile for the master data process has been
entered.

System Response

It is not possible to copy a request for material &V1& in plant &V2& and
in doing so only copy the operations or components.

How to fix this error?

When copying a request you should either copy both the operations and
the components, or neither the operations nor the components.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2290 - Material &1/&2: Components and operations can only be copied together ?

  The SAP error message C2290, which states "Material &1/&2: Components and operations can only be copied together," typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying a Bill of Materials (BOM) or a routing in SAP. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the way components and operations are being handled in the system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to copy a BOM or routing where the components and operations are not aligned correctly. Specifically, it means that you are trying to copy either the components or the operations independently, which is not allowed. In SAP, components (materials) and operations (tasks or processes) must be copied together to maintain the integrity of the BOM or routing structure.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you are copying both components and operations together. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Copying Process: When copying a BOM or routing, make sure you are selecting both the components and the operations. This can usually be done in the transaction where you are performing the copy (e.g., CS01 for BOM or CA01 for routing).
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: Ensure you are using the appropriate transaction code for copying BOMs or routings. For example:
  
  For BOM: Use CS01 (Create BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM).
  For Routing: Use CA01 (Create Routing) or CA02 (Change Routing).
  
  
  
  Review the Source BOM/Routing: Check the source BOM or routing to ensure that it has both components and operations defined. If one of them is missing, you may need to create or adjust it before copying.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or help files related to BOMs and routings for detailed instructions on how to copy them correctly.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the copy operation. Sometimes, restrictions can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01, CS02, CA01, CA02, etc.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed guides on BOM and routing management.
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context.
  
  By ensuring that components and operations are copied together, you should be able to resolve the C2290 error and proceed with your BOM or routing tasks in SAP.