How To Fix CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1704 - No BOM found. Check the BOM usage.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1 -

• Message number: 704

• Message text: No BOM found. Check the BOM usage.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1704 - No BOM found. Check the BOM usage. ?

  The SAP error message CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1704: No BOM found. Check the BOM usage typically occurs when the system is unable to find a Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material or component in the context of a particular usage. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during production planning, material requirements planning, or when trying to create a production order.
  Causes:
  
  BOM Not Created: The BOM for the specified material has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM usage specified in the transaction does not match any existing BOMs. BOMs can have different usages (e.g., production, engineering, etc.), and if the usage is not set correctly, the system will not find the BOM.
  Material Not Assigned: The material for which the BOM is being searched may not be assigned to the correct plant or storage location.
  Inactive BOM: The BOM may exist but is inactive or not valid for the specified date.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the BOM.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Create or Update BOM: If the BOM does not exist, create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM). Ensure that you specify the correct material, plant, and usage.
  Check BOM Usage: Verify that the BOM usage you are trying to access is correct. You can check existing BOMs using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) and ensure that the usage matches your requirements.
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material is correctly set up in the material master. Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material details and ensure it is assigned to the correct plant.
  Check BOM Validity: If the BOM exists but is inactive, check the validity dates and ensure that it is active for the required period.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access BOMs. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs and their usages (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOMs or this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.