How To Fix CFG_ERP201 - Material &1 has profile &2, process type order BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFG_ERP -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Material &1 has profile &2, process type order BOM

What causes this issue?

The material cannot be set to be configurable with the IPC. This is due
to the process type <ZK>Order BOM</> which is set as configuration
parameter for the configuration initial screen of the material.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFG_ERP201 - Material &1 has profile &2, process type order BOM ?

  The SAP error message CFG_ERP201 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of a material in the context of a Bill of Materials (BOM) and its associated process type. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with configurable materials in SAP ERP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Profile Assignment: The material in question has been assigned a configuration profile that is not compatible with the process type or the BOM being used.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration profile may not have the necessary settings or characteristics defined for the material.
  Process Type Issues: The process type associated with the BOM may not be correctly set up or may not match the requirements of the material.
  BOM Configuration: The BOM itself may not be correctly configured for the material, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Profile:
  
  Go to the configuration profile of the material and ensure that it is correctly assigned and contains all necessary characteristics.
  Verify that the profile is compatible with the process type being used.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Settings:
  
  Check the BOM for the material to ensure that it is correctly defined and that all components are valid.
  Ensure that the BOM is assigned to the correct material and that it matches the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Process Type Verification:
  
  Review the process type settings in the system to ensure they are correctly configured for the material and BOM.
  Make sure that the process type is appropriate for the type of material being processed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration by attempting to create or process the order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuration profiles, BOMs, and process types to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), or CU50 (Configuration Profile) to manage BOMs and configuration profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configurable materials, BOMs, and process types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CFG_ERP201 error message in your SAP system.