How To Fix CN293 - Bill of material without a material number cannot be exploded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Bill of material without a material number cannot be exploded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN293 - Bill of material without a material number cannot be exploded ?

  The SAP error message CN293 indicates that there is an attempt to explode a Bill of Material (BOM) that does not have an associated material number. This typically occurs in the context of production planning or when trying to create a production order or a planned order that references a BOM.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The BOM you are trying to use does not have a material number assigned to it. This can happen if the BOM was created incorrectly or if it was not linked to a material.
  Incorrect BOM Type: The BOM type being used may not be appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform.
  BOM Status: The BOM may be inactive or not released for use in production.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the BOM from being recognized properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOM Assignment:
  
  Go to the BOM transaction (CS01, CS02, or CS03) and verify that the BOM is correctly assigned to a material number.
  If the BOM is missing a material number, you will need to create or modify the BOM to include the appropriate material.
  
  
  
  Verify BOM Status:
  
  Ensure that the BOM is active and has been released. You can check the status in the BOM details.
  If the BOM is not released, you will need to release it to make it available for use.
  
  
  
  Review BOM Type:
  
  Ensure that the BOM type is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to explode a production BOM, ensure that it is set up as a production BOM.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to BOMs and materials. Ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on BOM management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  
  
  BOM Types: Different types of BOMs (e.g., production BOM, sales BOM, etc.) have different purposes and requirements.
  Material Master: Ensure that the material master record is correctly set up and linked to the BOM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN293 error and successfully explode the BOM in your SAP system.