How To Fix CKMLMV109 - The material does not have a BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLMV - Message class for quantity structure tool

• Message number: 109

• Message text: The material does not have a BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLMV109 - The material does not have a BOM ?

  The SAP error message CKMLMV109 indicates that the material you are trying to process does not have a Bill of Materials (BOM) defined. This error typically occurs in the context of material valuation or when performing a material cost estimate.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The primary cause of this error is that the material in question does not have a BOM assigned to it. A BOM is necessary for the system to understand the components that make up the material and to calculate costs accurately.
  Incorrect Material Type: Some material types may not require a BOM, and if you are trying to perform operations that require a BOM, you may encounter this error.
  BOM Not Created: The BOM may not have been created yet for the material, or it may have been deleted or not properly assigned.
  Plant-Specific BOM: If the BOM is plant-specific, ensure that the BOM exists for the specific plant you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  Create a BOM: If the material requires a BOM, you need to create one. You can do this using the transaction code CS01 (Create BOM). Ensure that you enter the correct material number and plant.
  Check Existing BOMs: Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check if a BOM exists for the material. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  Assign BOM to Material: If a BOM exists but is not assigned to the material, you may need to assign it using the appropriate transaction.
  Review Material Type: Ensure that the material type you are using is appropriate for having a BOM. If it is not, consider changing the material type or using a different material that does have a BOM.
  Check for Plant-Specific BOM: If the material is used in multiple plants, ensure that the BOM is created for the specific plant you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CK11N: Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure
  CK40N: Change Cost Estimate
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their relevance to your material.
  Material Master: Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 to ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on creating and managing BOMs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKMLMV109 error and proceed with your material valuation or cost estimation tasks.