How To Fix CI059 - Assembly & not contained in BOM header assembly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Assembly & not contained in BOM header assembly

What causes this issue?

You can only assign assemblies that are contained in the header
assembly of the general maintenance task list.

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?

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI059 - Assembly & not contained in BOM header assembly ?

  The SAP error message CI059, which states "Assembly & not contained in BOM header assembly," typically occurs in the context of Bill of Materials (BOM) management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified assembly in the BOM header, which is necessary for processing operations related to that assembly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Header: The assembly you are trying to reference does not have a corresponding BOM header in the system.
  Incorrect BOM Usage: The BOM might not be set up correctly for the specific usage or plant.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the assembly number or BOM reference.
  BOM Status: The BOM might be inactive or not released for use.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the BOM might not be aligned with the assembly being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that the BOM for the specified assembly exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) and entering the assembly number.
  Create or Update BOM: If the BOM does not exist, you will need to create it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM). If it exists but is incorrect, you may need to update it using CS02 (Change BOM).
  Verify BOM Status: Ensure that the BOM is active and released. You can check the status in the BOM details.
  Check BOM Usage: Make sure that the BOM is set up for the correct usage and plant. BOMs can be plant-specific, so ensure you are referencing the correct one.
  Review Configuration: If the assembly is part of a configurable product, ensure that the configuration settings are correct and that the assembly is included in the configuration profile.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the setup, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a Material
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and ensure you are using the correct type for your assembly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to BOM management or the CI059 error.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify BOMs in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CI059 error and ensure that your BOMs are correctly set up in SAP.