CO398 - No suitable BOM alternative could be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 398

• Message text: No suitable BOM alternative could be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO398 - No suitable BOM alternative could be determined ?

  The SAP error message CO398 ("No suitable BOM alternative could be determined") typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when the system is unable to find a suitable Bill of Materials (BOM) for a given material or production order. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of CO398 Error
  
  
  Missing BOM: The most common reason is that there is no BOM defined for the material in question. This can happen if the BOM has not been created or has been deleted.
  
  
  Incorrect BOM Status: The BOM may exist but could be inactive or not valid for the specific plant or production version.
  
  
  Plant/Plant-Specific BOM: The BOM may not be assigned to the specific plant where the production order is being processed.
  
  
  Alternative BOMs: If the system is set up to use alternative BOMs, there may not be a suitable alternative available for the material.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the material master data, such as incorrect settings or missing information.
  
  
  Production Version: The production version may not be correctly defined or may not match the requirements of the production order.
  
  
  Solutions to CO398 Error
  
  
  Check BOM Existence: Verify that a BOM exists for the material in question. You can do this using transaction code CS03 (Display BOM).
  
  
  Check BOM Status: Ensure that the BOM is active and valid for the relevant plant and production version. You can check the validity dates and status in the BOM details.
  
  
  Assign BOM to Plant: If the BOM is not assigned to the correct plant, you may need to create or modify the BOM to include the relevant plant.
  
  
  Review Alternative BOMs: If your system uses alternative BOMs, check if there are any suitable alternatives available for the material.
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data using transaction code MM03 to ensure that all necessary information is correctly maintained.
  
  
  Verify Production Version: Ensure that the production version is correctly defined and that it matches the requirements of the production order. You can check this using transaction code C223 (Maintain Production Versions).
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you are unsure about the configuration settings related to BOMs and production versions, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS03: Display BOM
  MM03: Display Material Master
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to BOMs and production orders.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to BOM management and production planning for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CO398 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.