How To Fix CM_BOMBOS008 - Material &1 links to several specifications

CM_BOMBOS008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_BOMBOS - BOMBOS

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Material &1 links to several specifications

What causes this issue?

The material &v1& to which the bill of material belongs is assigned to
more than one specification.

System Response

The system creates an error entry in the worklist.

How to fix this error?

Perform the <LS>reset error entry</> function for the error entry in
the worklist.
You can then manually assign a specification. If you do not make an
assignment, the system creates a new specification when you generate
the composition again.
Start the generation of the composition again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_BOMBOS008 - Material &1 links to several specifications ?

  The SAP error message CM_BOMBOS008 indicates that a material is linked to multiple specifications in the system. This can occur in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with material safety data sheets (MSDS) or product specifications.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A material is associated with more than one specification, which can lead to ambiguity in determining which specification should be used for regulatory compliance, reporting, or other purposes.
  The system is designed to ensure that each material is linked to a single specification to avoid confusion and ensure data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Specifications:
  
  Use transaction codes like C202 (for specifications) or C223 (for material specifications) to list all specifications linked to the material in question.
  Check the specifications to understand why multiple links exist.
  
  
  
  Review and Consolidate:
  
  Determine if the specifications can be consolidated. If they are similar or serve the