How To Fix CL552 - Class & does not have the indicator allowing it to be used in BOMs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 552

• Message text: Class & does not have the indicator allowing it to be used in BOMs

What causes this issue?

Class &V1& does not have the <ZH>Allowed in BOMs</> indicator, which
allows a class to be used in bills of material.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Set this indicator in the additional data of class &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL552 - Class & does not have the indicator allowing it to be used in BOMs ?

  The SAP error message CL552 indicates that a specific class does not have the indicator set that allows it to be used in Bill of Materials (BOMs). This typically occurs when you are trying to assign a class to a BOM item, but the class is not configured to be used in that context.
  Cause:
  
  Class Configuration: The class in question has not been configured to allow its use in BOMs. This is usually a setting in the class type configuration.
  Class Type: The class type being used may not support BOM usage. For example, certain class types are designated for specific purposes and may not be intended for BOMs.
  Missing Indicator: The indicator that allows the class to be used in BOMs is not activated in the class settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and modify the class configuration:
  
  
  Access Class Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class) in SAP.
  Enter the class name that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check Class Type:
  
  Ensure that the class type you are using is appropriate for BOMs. Common class types for BOMs include class type 300 (Material) or 301 (Document).
  
  
  
  Set the Indicator:
  
  In the class details, look for the option or checkbox that allows the class to be used in BOMs. This is often labeled as "BOM" or "Use in BOM".
  Activate this indicator.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the class configuration.
  
  
  
  Test Again:
  
  Try to assign the class to the BOM again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Class Types: Familiarize yourself with the different class types in SAP and their intended uses. This can help in understanding which classes can be used in BOMs.
  BOM Configuration: Review the BOM configuration settings to ensure that they align with the class settings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on class configuration and BOM management.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to class configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.