How To Fix CM016 - BOM status does not allow maintenance.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 016

• Message text: BOM status does not allow maintenance.

What causes this issue?

Branching from the <GL:routing>routing</>
to bill of material maintenance is not possible for bills of material
with this status.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM016 - BOM status does not allow maintenance. ?

  The SAP error message CM016, which states "BOM status does not allow maintenance," typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a Bill of Materials (BOM) that is in a status that does not permit modifications. This can happen for various reasons, such as the BOM being locked, being in a status that restricts changes, or being marked as obsolete.
  Causes:
  
  BOM Status: The BOM may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., "Obsolete," "Locked," or "Released").
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the BOM.
  Change Management Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict changes to BOMs under certain conditions.
  Document Type Restrictions: The BOM may be associated with a document type that has restrictions on maintenance.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check the status of the BOM.
  If the BOM is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change its status to allow maintenance.
  
  
  
  Change BOM Status:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can change the status of the BOM using transaction code CS02 (Change BOM).
  If the BOM is obsolete or locked, you may need to create a new BOM or unlock it if applicable.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to modify the BOM. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Change Management:
  
  If your organization uses change management processes, consult with the relevant team to understand if there are any restrictions in place that prevent you from making changes.
  
  
  
  Create a New BOM:
  
  If the existing BOM cannot be modified due to its status, consider creating a new BOM with the required changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM) and their specific statuses.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and status definitions.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS12: Multi-level BOM
  
  
  User Roles: Review user roles and profiles to ensure that the necessary permissions are granted for BOM maintenance.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to BOM maintenance.