How To Fix CE561 - BOM & alternative & application & was selected for material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 561

• Message text: BOM & alternative & application & was selected for material &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE561 - BOM & alternative & application & was selected for material & ?

  The SAP error message CE561 typically relates to issues with Bill of Materials (BOM) and alternative BOMs in the context of material selection. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during production planning, material requirements planning (MRP), or when trying to create or modify a BOM.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The system cannot find a valid BOM for the material specified.
  Incorrect Configuration: The BOM may not be correctly configured for the specific plant or production version.
  Alternative BOM Issues: If alternative BOMs are being used, there may be a problem with the selection criteria or the alternatives themselves.
  Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents it from being used in production or planning.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM may not be available for the specific plant or storage location being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that a BOM exists for the material in question. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  Review BOM Configuration: Ensure that the BOM is correctly configured for the relevant plant and production version. You can check this in the BOM details.
  Alternative BOMs: If using alternative BOMs, ensure that the selection criteria are correctly set and that the alternatives are valid.
  Material Status: Check the material status in the material master (transaction code MM03) to ensure it is not blocked for use.
  Plant-Specific BOM: Make sure that the BOM is assigned to the correct plant. If necessary, create or copy the BOM for the required plant.
  Transaction Logs: Review any logs or messages in the system that may provide additional context for the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for BOM management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOM errors.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights.