How To Fix C2521 - BOM not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 521

• Message text: BOM not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2521 - BOM not found ?

  The SAP error message C2521, which states "BOM not found," typically occurs when the system is unable to locate a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material in the context of production planning or material requirements planning (MRP). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that the BOM for the specified material does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The BOM may not be defined for the specific plant or storage location you are working with.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not released for use.
  Date Validity: The BOM may not be valid for the date you are trying to use it (e.g., it may have a validity period that does not include the current date).
  BOM Type: The BOM type may not be appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Existence:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM exists for the material and plant in question.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  
  
  
  Verify Material Number:
  
  Ensure that the material number you are using is correct. You can check this using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Confirm that the BOM is created for the correct plant. You can check this in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Status:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is active and released. You can check the status in the BOM details.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Verify the validity dates of the BOM to ensure it is valid for the current date.
  
  
  
  BOM Type:
  
  Ensure that the BOM type is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. Different BOM types may have different purposes and uses.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  CS11: Display BOM for a Material
  CS12: Display BOM for a Plant
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Familiarize yourself with different BOM types (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and their specific uses.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the C2521 error and take appropriate action to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.