How To Fix CM116 - Material component is already allocated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Material component is already allocated

What causes this issue?

You have carried out one of the following actions:
You carried out a consistency check for component allocation in the
routing. One BOM item is allocated to more than one operation. The
operations to which the BOM is allocated are not in the alternative
sequence.
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You want to allocate a BOM item. However, this is not possible because
the BOM item would be allocated to two operations that are not in the
alternative sequence.
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You want to allocate a component. This component is already allocated,
however, the allocation would be valid at a later time. The allocation
is not possible at this time.

How to fix this error?

Use the material component overview to check the allocations of your
components.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM116 - Material component is already allocated ?

  The SAP error message CM116, which states "Material component is already allocated," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with material components in a production order or a bill of materials (BOM). This error indicates that the system has detected that the material component you are trying to allocate is already allocated to another production order or process.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Allocation: The material component is already assigned to another production order, and the system does not allow multiple allocations for the same component.
  Incorrect Order Status: The production order may be in a status that does not allow changes or allocations.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the allocation of materials under certain conditions.
  User Error: The user may be attempting to allocate the same component to multiple orders without realizing it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existing Allocations: Review the production orders to see if the material