How To Fix CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1702 - BOM application must be specified for the BOM explosion

CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1702 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1 -

• Message number: 702

• Message text: BOM application must be specified for the BOM explosion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1702 - BOM application must be specified for the BOM explosion ?

  The SAP error message CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1702 indicates that a Bill of Materials (BOM) application must be specified for the BOM explosion process. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to determine which BOM application to use for the explosion, which is necessary for processing the BOM correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Application: The most common cause of this error is that the BOM application has not been specified in the configuration or during the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the BOM explosion may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the BOM application.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the BOM master data that prevent the application from being identified.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify BOM Application:
  
  Ensure that the BOM application is specified in the relevant transaction or configuration settings. This can typically be done in the BOM explosion settings or in the transaction where the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
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