How To Fix CE0204 - BOM item document [&1] does not exist; it is being generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 204

• Message text: BOM item document [&1] does not exist; it is being generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE0204 - BOM item document [&1] does not exist; it is being generated ?

  The SAP error message CE0204 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) item document does not exist for the specified item. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a BOM item document, but the system cannot find it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The BOM for the specified material or item has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number you are trying to use may be incorrect or does not correspond to an existing BOM.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be in a status that prevents it from being used (e.g., inactive).
  Plant/Location Issues: The BOM may not exist for the specific plant or location you are working with.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data that prevent the BOM from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the BOM exists for the specified material and plant. If it does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  Verify Material Number: Ensure that you are using the correct material number and that it is valid in the system.
  Check BOM Status: If the BOM exists, check its status to ensure it is active and can be used.
  Plant-Specific BOM: If you are working with a specific plant, ensure that the BOM is created for that plant. You can create a plant-specific BOM if necessary.
  Data Consistency Check: If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to resolve any underlying database issues.
  
  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
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., single-level, multi-level) and their specific requirements.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.