How To Fix CDESK_MESSAGES097 - Bill of material &1/&2/&3 - multiple alternatives are not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDESK_MESSAGES - Messages in CAD Desktop Environment

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Bill of material &1/&2/&3 - multiple alternatives are not supported

What causes this issue?

You are trying to use multiple alternatives for a material BOM. CAD
desktop is not designed to process group items. Therefore, alternative
BOMs are not supported.

System Response

The system issues a warning message if you select an alternative BOM for
change from multiple existing alternative BOMs. You can continue but
group items will not be processed for the other alternative BOMs.
The system issues an error message if you try to add another
alternative. CAD desktop does not support this.

How to fix this error?

Do not use CAD desktop to create multiple alternative BOMs.
Existing alternative BOMs can be used with restrictions; group items are
only processed for the selected alternative BOM. Check whether the BOMs
that are created meet your requirements.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDESK_MESSAGES097 - Bill of material &1/&2/&3 - multiple alternatives are not supported ?

  The SAP error message CDESK_MESSAGES097 indicates that there is an issue with the Bill of Material (BOM) configuration in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the system has encountered multiple alternatives for a BOM item, which is not supported in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Alternatives in BOM: The error typically arises when a BOM is defined with multiple alternatives, and the system does not support processing these alternatives in the current context (e.g., during a production order creation or when trying to explode the BOM).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the BOM settings or the way the BOM is being called in the transaction.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the BOM data that lead to the system being unable to determine which alternative to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review BOM Configuration: Check the BOM configuration for the item in question. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that there are no unnecessary alternatives defined.
  Select a Single Alternative: If the process you are trying to execute does not support multiple alternatives, you may need to select a specific alternative BOM to use for the operation.
  Check Transaction Context: Ensure that the transaction you are executing is compatible with the BOM structure. Some transactions may not support multiple alternatives.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to handle BOMs with alternatives in your specific version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or a deeper configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and how they handle alternatives.
  Alternative BOMs: Familiarize yourself with how alternative BOMs are defined and used in SAP, including the implications for production planning and execution.
  Transaction Codes: Be aware of relevant transaction codes (e.g., CS01, CS02, CS03 for BOM creation and maintenance) that you may need to use to review or modify BOMs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to BOM processing and alternatives that may provide additional insights or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your BOM configuration is set up correctly for your business processes.