How To Fix CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1705 - Error for material '&1' used in the BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1 -

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Error for material '&1' used in the BOM

What causes this issue?

The material '&V1&' is used in the BOM (header or item), but cannot be
transported. Therefore, the BOM cannot be transported either.

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?

Correct the error for the material '&V1&'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1705 - Error for material '&1' used in the BOM ?

  The SAP error message CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1705 typically indicates an issue related to the Bill of Materials (BOM) for a specific material. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the creation, modification, or processing of BOMs in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1705 usually occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Material Not Found: The material specified in the BOM does not exist in the system or is not properly defined.
  Inactive Material: The material may be inactive or not available for the specific plant or storage location.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the BOM data, such as missing components or incorrect configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the BOM for the specified material.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to BOM processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1705 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Existence:
  
  Verify that the material specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data.
  
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Ensure that the material is active and available for the relevant plant. You can check the status in the material master data.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Data:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to review the BOM for the specified material. Check for any missing components or inconsistencies in the BOM structure.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify BOMs. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to BOM processing in the SAP system. This may involve checking settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant modules.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above checks, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BOM management for more detailed information on BOM processes and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and to share solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the CFX_BI_BOM_MSG1705 error in your SAP system.