How To Fix CN193 - No project BOM exists for the material, plant and usage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 193

• Message text: No project BOM exists for the material, plant and usage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN193 - No project BOM exists for the material, plant and usage ?

  The SAP error message CN193 ("No project BOM exists for the material, plant and usage") typically occurs in the context of project management and production planning when the system is unable to find a Bill of Materials (BOM) that corresponds to the specified material, plant, and usage in a project context. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing BOM: The most common cause is that there is no BOM created for the specified material in the context of the project.
  Incorrect Plant or Usage: The plant or usage specified in the transaction may not match any existing BOMs for that material.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be inactive or not released for use in the project.
  Project Settings: The project may not be set up correctly to reference the BOM.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the BOM.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Update BOM:
  
  Check if a BOM exists for the material in the specified plant and usage. If it does not exist, create a new BOM using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM).
  If a BOM exists but is not linked to the project, you may need to adjust the BOM settings or create a new BOM specifically for the project.
  
  
  
  Verify Plant and Usage:
  
  Ensure that the plant and usage specified in your transaction match those defined in the BOM. You can check this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  
  
  
  Check BOM Status:
  
  Verify that the BOM is active and released. You can do this in the BOM display transaction (CS03), where you can check the status of the BOM.
  
  
  
  Review Project Settings:
  
  Ensure that the project is correctly configured to use the BOM. Check the project definition and ensure that it is set up to reference the correct materials and BOMs.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and use the BOM. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to BOMs and project management for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CJ20N: Project Builder (to manage project structures)
  
  
  
  BOM Types: Understand the different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) and ensure you are using the correct type for your project.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to BOMs and project management.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on BOM management and project planning in SAP to better understand the system's requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN193 error and ensure that your project can access the necessary BOMs.