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How To Fix CM001 - You cannot allocate material components to sub-operations.


CM001 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CM - Task list messages: Material component allocations

  • Message number: 001

  • Message text: You cannot allocate material components to sub-operations.

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  • What causes this issue?

    Material components can only be allocated to operations.

    How to fix this error?

    Allocate the material component to the operation to which the
    sub-operation belongs. Make a note on the allocation in the long text
    for the operation.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


CM001 - Details

  • The SAP error message CM001, which states "You cannot allocate material components to sub-operations," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when trying to allocate materials to specific sub-operations in a production order. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
    Causes:
    
    
    Sub-Operation Configuration: The sub-operation may not be configured to allow material allocation. This can happen if the sub-operation is not set up correctly in the routing or if it is not defined to require components.
    
    
    Missing Component Assignment: The material components may not be assigned to the specific sub-operation in the routing or bill of materials (BOM).
    
    
    Status of the Production Order: The production order may be in a status that does not allow for material allocation, such as "TECO" (Technically Completed) or "CLOSE".
    
    
    Component Availability: The components may not be available in the required quantity or may not be in stock.
    
    
    Incorrect Production Order Type: The

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