How To Fix C5520 - BOM data is incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 520

• Message text: BOM data is incomplete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5520 - BOM data is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message C5520, which states "BOM data is incomplete," typically occurs when there are missing or incomplete entries in the Bill of Materials (BOM) for a material. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a production order, when trying to display a BOM, or when performing other operations that require complete BOM data.
  Causes of Error C5520
  
  Missing Components: One or more components listed in the BOM may not be defined or may be missing from the BOM structure.
  Incomplete BOM Data: Required fields in the BOM, such as quantity, unit of measure, or validity dates, may not be filled out.
  Incorrect BOM Status: The BOM may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., not released).
  Material Master Issues: The material master data for the components or the finished product may be incomplete or incorrect.
  BOM Type Issues: The BOM type may not be appropriate for the operation being performed.
  
  Solutions to Resolve Error C5520
  
  
  Check BOM Structure:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS03 or CS02) and check the BOM for the material in question.
  Ensure that all components are listed and that their details (quantity, unit of measure, etc.) are complete.
  
  
  
  Verify Component Materials:
  
  Ensure that all components in the BOM are valid materials and that they exist in the material master.
  Check if the components are marked as "active" and have the necessary data filled out.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Status:
  
  Check the status of the BOM. It should be released and active for it to be used in production or other processes.
  If the BOM is not released, you can release it using transaction CS02.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material master data for both the finished product and the components are complete and accurate.
  Ensure that all necessary views (e.g., Basic Data, MRP, Work Scheduling) are filled out.
  
  
  
  BOM Type Validation:
  
  Ensure that the BOM type is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. Different BOM types may have different requirements.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM) to review and edit the BOM as necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a material
  CS12: Display BOM for a group of materials
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOM processing that may address this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the C5520 error in SAP. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.