How To Fix CM014 - Alternative bill of material is not valid

CM014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Alternative bill of material is not valid

What causes this issue?

The alternative bill of material you want to select for component
allocation is not valid on the key date.

How to fix this error?

Select an alternative which is valid on the key date.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM014 - Alternative bill of material is not valid ?

  The SAP error message CM014, which states "Alternative bill of material is not valid," typically occurs in the context of production planning and material management when the system is unable to find a valid alternative bill of materials (BOM) for a given material. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of CM014 Error
  
  
  Invalid Alternative BOM: The alternative BOM you are trying to use may not be valid for the material or may not be active in the system.
  
  
  BOM Status: The BOM might be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it could be marked as obsolete).
  
  
  Plant-Specific Issues: The alternative BOM may not be assigned to the specific plant you are working with.
  
  
  Date Validity: The validity dates of the BOM may not cover the date of the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be