How To Fix CI046 - Assembly & is not contained in the functional location bill of material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Assembly & is not contained in the functional location bill of material

What causes this issue?

You can only allocate an assembly in the header and operation of a
maintenance task list that is contained in the object BOM.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select a suitable assembly using the structure explosion. Note that
you can only select assemblies from the structure explosion that have
the status "PM assembly" as BOM items.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI046 - Assembly & is not contained in the functional location bill of material ?

  The SAP error message CI046 indicates that a specific assembly (or component) is not found in the bill of materials (BOM) for a given functional location. This error typically arises in the context of maintenance planning and execution, where a functional location is linked to a BOM that defines the components required for maintenance tasks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Entry: The assembly you are trying to use is not included in the BOM for the specified functional location.
  Incorrect Functional Location: The functional location you are referencing may not be the correct one, or it may not have a BOM assigned to it.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes made to the BOM that have not been updated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the BOM for the functional location.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the BOM for the functional location in question and verify if the assembly is indeed listed.
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check the BOM for the functional location.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Assembly:
  
  If the assembly is not present, you may need to add it to the BOM using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM) or CS02 (Change BOM).
  Ensure that the assembly is correctly defined with the appropriate quantity and unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Verify Functional Location:
  
  Confirm that you are referencing the correct functional location. Use transaction code IL03 (Display Functional Location) to check the details.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the BOM or functional location, ensure that all relevant data is consistent and up to date.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify BOMs. If not, contact your SAP administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding BOM management and functional locations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  
  
  BOM Structure: Understand the structure of BOMs in SAP, including how components are linked to functional locations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to BOM and functional location issues, as they may provide additional insights or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CI046 error and ensure that the assembly is correctly linked to the functional location's BOM.