How To Fix CM_EAM_TL_API171 - Configure BOM usage in Plant Maintenance in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EAM_TL_API - Message class for eam task list API

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Configure BOM usage in Plant Maintenance in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API171 - Configure BOM usage in Plant Maintenance in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API171 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Bill of Materials (BOM) usage in the Plant Maintenance (PM) module. This error often arises when the system is unable to find the appropriate BOM usage settings for the specific plant or maintenance task.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM Usage Configuration: The BOM usage for the specific plant or maintenance task may not be configured in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the Customizing for BOM usage in the Plant Maintenance module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify BOM usage settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to BOMs or maintenance plans.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Usage Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Go to Plant Maintenance and Customer Service > Maintenance and Service Processing > Maintenance Planning > Define BOM Usage.
  Ensure that the BOM usage for the relevant plant is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify BOM Usage:
  
  If the BOM usage does not exist, create a new entry for the required plant and maintenance task.
  If it exists but is incorrect, modify the existing entry to ensure it meets the requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify BOM settings. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the BOMs and related master data are correctly maintained and consistent. This includes checking the BOMs assigned to the relevant materials and ensuring they are active.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to execute the transaction or process that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Plant Maintenance and BOM configuration for best practices and guidelines.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CM_EAM_TL_API171 error in your SAP system.