How To Fix CE0202 - BOM header material [&1] not available, being generated additionally

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE0 - B2E [Base] B2B Engineering

• Message number: 202

• Message text: BOM header material [&1] not available, being generated additionally

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE0202 - BOM header material [&1] not available, being generated additionally ?

  The SAP error message CE0202 indicates that the Bill of Materials (BOM) header material specified is not available in the system. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify a BOM, or when performing operations that require the BOM to be present.
  Causes of Error CE0202
  
  Material Not Created: The BOM header material has not been created in the system.
  Material Deletion: The BOM header material may have been deleted or marked for deletion.
  Plant-Specific Issues: The BOM may not be available for the specific plant you are working with.
  Status Issues: The material may be in a status that does not allow it to be used in a BOM (e.g., blocked for procurement).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BOM or the material.
  
  Solutions to Error CE0202
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check if the material exists in the system.
  Ensure that the material is created and active.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Verify the status of the material. It should not be marked for deletion or blocked.
  If the material is blocked, you may need to change its status.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is created for the correct plant. Use transaction code CS03 to view the BOM and check the plant assignment.
  
  
  
  Create or Reactivate Material:
  
  If the material does not exist, create it using transaction code MM01.
  If the material was deleted, you may need to recreate it or reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the material and BOM. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Check BOM Configuration:
  
  If you are trying to create a BOM, ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the BOM configuration is valid.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOMs and materials.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CE0202 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.